NIFE has been acquired by TÜV Rheinland Group
The international technical services provider TÜV Rheinland has acquired the business and assets of NIFE, a premier vocational training institute based in southern India. The terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.
Headquartered in Kochi, NIFE is the largest training provider in fire and safety, lift technology and fiber optics. NIFE has more than 70 centers in India as well as a presence in the Middle East.
The TÜV Rheinland Group (TÜV) is a leading provider of technical services worldwide. Founded in 1872 and headquartered in Cologne, the group boasts 500 locations in 65 countries. TÜV also has a presence in India in the traditional TIC business.
Oaklins advised the sellers on exiting their interest in NIFE. TÜV Rheinland was introduced as a buyer early on in the process. Interacting with an international player who had significant expertise in growing globally was extremely reassuring for the sellers. This transaction once again highlights Oaklins' ability to close deals worldwide.


Talk to the deal team
Related deals
CTSL Group has been acquired by Celnor Group and Seed Environmental
CTSL Group has joined forces with Seed Environmental, with the support of Celnor Group, to strengthen collective expertise in environmental services and remediation.
Learn moreManagering Gestion S.L. has been acquired by Grupo Assista
Grupo Assista has successfully completed the acquisition of Managering Gestion S.L., also known as MPS Gestion S.L. This acquisition is a key step in Grupo Assista’s expansion strategy, strengthening its position as a leader in comprehensive 360º real estate and facility services solutions.
Learn moreLargest AIM IPO in the business support services sector over the past five years has been completed
MHA plc raised US$131 million (£98 million) through a placing and retail offer, achieving a market capitalization of approximately US$363 million (£271 million) on admission. This was the largest AIM IPO in the business support services sector over the past five years. The IPO provides a platform for continued investment in technology, talent and acquisitions, supporting the group’s ambition to become a top 10 UK professional services firm.
Learn more