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Onecom strengthens IT services capability and South Coast with acquisition of Matrix IT
4 Feb 2026
Onecom, the UK’s leading business communications and IT services provider, backed by LDC, has announced the acquisition of Matrix IT, a Microsoft Solutions Partner providing professional IT services across the South Coast.
The acquisition marks Onecom’s 14th since 2020 and represents a significant step toward strengthening its managed IT and Microsoft services capabilities.
Matrix IT employs more than 45 people, with approximately two-thirds of its workforce dedicated to service delivery. This strengthens Onecom’s operational capacity, expands its technical bench, and enhances its ability to deliver scalable, enterprise-grade IT services across managed IT, cloud, cybersecurity, and Microsoft solutions.
The acquisition builds on Onecom’s growing IT services portfolio following the successful integration of Excalibur Communications, IMS, and Daly Systems. Together, these investments reinforce Onecom’s position as a full-service IT and communications partner, capable of supporting complex customer environments with secure, resilient, and Microsoft-centric solutions.
By bringing Matrix IT into the Onecom Group, the business expands its regional presence on the South Coast while accelerating its ambition to deliver end-to-end IT services at scale. Customers will benefit from deeper Microsoft expertise, expanded service coverage, increased service delivery capacity, and a broader portfolio spanning managed IT, cloud transformation, cybersecurity, connectivity, and communications.
Darren Ridge, CEO of Onecom, said: “This acquisition strengthens Onecom’s IT services proposition in a meaningful way. Matrix IT brings proven Microsoft expertise, a strong delivery-focused team, and a high-quality customer base that complements our growing managed IT portfolio.”
This move accelerates our ability to deliver secure, scalable, and enterprise-ready IT services to customers across the UK.”
Nic Cronin, Managing Director of Matrix IT, added: “Joining Onecom creates an exciting opportunity for our customers and our team. With Onecom’s scale, investment, and breadth of services, we can expand our capabilities, enhance our Microsoft offering, and continue delivering the high standards of service our customers expect.”
With the backing of LDC, Onecom continues to execute its buy-and-build strategy, combining organic growth with targeted acquisitions to deepen technical capability, strengthen service delivery, and expand its national footprint.
Customers of Matrix IT will gain access to Onecom’s wider portfolio, including connectivity, cloud, communications, cybersecurity and contact centre, while maintaining the service quality and trusted relationships they value.
This acquisition reinforces Onecom’s commitment to investing in IT expertise, service delivery excellence, and long-term innovation, supporting UK businesses with secure, scalable, and future-ready technology solutions.