UK2 Group, a global mass market web hosting and online services provider, has joined Your.Online.
Founded in 1998, the group operates a portfolio of established hosting brand UK2, Midphase, Westhost and Resell.Biz – serving businesses and individuals across the UK, the US, and international markets.
The transaction strengthens Your.Online’s position in the UK hosting market and expands its international footprint in recurring, website-presence services.
UK2 Group will continue to operate independently within Your.Online’s decentralised structure.
Ben Law, UK MD of Your.Online, said: “UK2 Group is exactly the kind of business we look for: a long-established hosting platform with strong brands, loyal customers, and deep technical capability.
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“This acquisition strengthens our presence in the UK market and expands our international hosting footprint. We’re excited to welcome the team to Your.Online and support their next phase of growth.”
Chris Cousins, UK CTO, of Your.Online, said: “This acquisition brings a highly regarded hosting platform and experienced technical team into the Your.Online network.
“UK2 Group has built strong infrastructure and operational capabilities over many years, particularly in the UK market.
“Our role is to support that team with expertise, investment capacity, and collaboration with like-minded entrepreneurs across the group – while preserving the culture that has made the business successful.
“Together, we can further strengthen platform resilience, product offerings, and service quality for customers.”
Leading law firm Eversheds Sutherland advised on all aspects of the transaction, which was led by Chris Archer, supported by partners Antony Walsh, Rachel Cooper, legal director Amanda Smith, senior associates Jake Perryman and Alexandra Emery, and trainee Jack Jowett.
Archer,said: “We are delighted to have helped Your.Online successfully deliver this significant acquisition.
“UK2 Group is a high-quality platform, and the acquisition is a strong strategic fit for Your.Online as it continues to build scale while preserving the autonomy of its network of brands.
“Ben and the entire Your.Online team are highly impressive operators and a pleasure to work with, and we look forward to continuing to support Your.Online on future opportunities and the execution of their exciting investment strategy.”