Fibertech Networks/Lighttower Fiber Networks $1.9 billion merger

Overview:

• Fibertech Networks, a fiber optic-based network services provider, merged with Lightower Fiber Networks, a custom, high-capacity network services provider. 
• The transaction was worth $1.9 billion.
• Fibertech Networks is a portfolio company of private equity firm, Court Square Capital Partners.
• Lightower was backed by Berkshire Partners, Pamlico Capital and ABRY Partners.

Rani Mehta - Journalist