Aareon Expands with MIS ActiveH Acquisition
Deal News | Jun 13, 2025 | Hogan Lovells
Hogan Lovells has acted as the legal advisor for Aareon in its recent acquisition of MIS ActiveH. This transaction is a strategic move that expands Aareon's UK portfolio with innovative housing solutions and underscores its ongoing commitment to providing next-generation, cloud-native technology. The acquisition is designed to bolster support for larger and more intricate organisations in the housing sector. Hogan Lovells' team was led by Simon Grimshaw in London and Maximilian Broermann in Frankfurt, with additional support from senior associate Jennifer Rogalski, associates Corinna Aussner and Nick Cooke, and trainee solicitor Jean-Pierre Tschauder. The team also included senior associates and counsel across various practices such as tax, competition, employment, intellectual property, and projects.
Sectors
- Legal Services
- Real Estate Technology
- Cloud Computing
Geography
- United Kingdom – The acquisition involves expanding Aareon's portfolio within the UK market.
- Germany – Hogan Lovells' Frankfurt-based legal team participated in the advisory process.
Industry
- Legal Services – Hogan Lovells provided legal advice on the acquisition, indicating involvement in legal services industry.
- Real Estate Technology – Aareon is expanding its portfolio in the UK housing technology sector, part of the real estate technology industry.
- Cloud Computing – The acquisition focuses on cloud-native technology solutions for the housing sector.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aareon | Acquiring Company | Company | A provider of innovative housing solutions, expanding its UK portfolio. |
| MIS ActiveH | Target Company | Company | A company specializing in housing solutions targeted for acquisition by Aareon. |
| Hogan Lovells | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advisory services for Aareon's acquisition of MIS ActiveH. |
| Simon Grimshaw | Lead Legal Advisor | Person | London-based partner at Hogan Lovells leading the advisory team. |
| Maximilian Broermann | Lead Legal Advisor | Person | Frankfurt-based partner at Hogan Lovells specializing in infrastructure and projects. |