CTI Expands into UK with Candeo Vision Acquisition

Deal News | Jun 04, 2025 | PR Newswire Cision CTI

CTI, the leading privately held audiovisual integration and events provider based in the U.S., has announced its acquisition of Candeo Vision, a well-respected AV integration company located in the UK. This acquisition marks CTI's first move into the UK market, expanding its global reach with new locations in London and Nottinghamshire. As a member of the PSNI Global Alliance, CTI underscores its strategic approach to serving a global client base, leveraging Candeo Vision's distinguished service record in the UK. John Laughlin, CEO of CTI, praises the acquisition for its potential to foster growth and integrate CTI's resources with Candeo Vision's expertise, thereby widening CTI's operational spectrum across multiple sectors like corporate, education, healthcare, and more.

Sectors

  • Audiovisual Integration
  • Events Management

Geography

  • United Kingdom – The acquisition involves Candeo Vision, a company based in London, representing CTI's entry into the UK market.
  • United States – CTI is based in St. Louis, Missouri, and is a prominent U.S.-based company with extensive operations across the country.

Industry

  • Audiovisual Integration – CTI and Candeo Vision are key players in the audiovisual integration industry, providing comprehensive AV solutions.
  • Events Management – CTI's operations include events management, a significant sector aspect given their leading position in providing AV services for events.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    CTIBidding CompanyCompanyThe largest privately held audiovisual integration and events provider in the U.S., acquiring Candeo Vision in the UK.
    Candeo VisionTarget CompanyCompanyA reputable audiovisual integration company based in London, UK, acquired by CTI.
    John LaughlinCEOPersonCEO of CTI, overseeing the acquisition of Candeo Vision.
    PSNI Global AlliancePartnerCompanyAn alliance through which CTI serves its global customers, including shared work with Candeo Vision.