ConnectM Completes Acquisition of Cambridge Energy Resources, Strengthening Foothold in India

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ConnectM Technology Solutions (OTC: CNTM) has completed the acquisition of Cambridge Energy Resources (CER), an India-based Energy-Management-as-a-Service provider, for INR 120 million ($1.4M). The acquisition, which took three years to secure regulatory approval, provides ConnectM strategic entry into India's distributed energy and telecommunications sectors.

CER's fair value is assessed at INR 240 million ($2.8M). The company specializes in rooftop solar installations and energy management solutions for telecommunications infrastructure. ConnectM expects its India business revenue to grow to 15% of global revenue ($10M annualized) in the next twelve months, up from the current 5%. The acquisition aligns with India's goals of reaching 500 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity by 2030, supported by a $384.5 billion investment in the power sector.

Positive

• Acquisition secured at INR 120M ($1.4M) for assets valued at INR 240M ($2.8M), representing significant value
• Expected revenue growth from India operations to reach $10M annually (15% of global revenue) from current 5%
• Strategic entry into India's high-growth clean energy and telecom markets
• Organic growth rate of over 100% per year in India business
• Expansion of service offerings into rooftop solar and telecom infrastructure energy management

Negative

• Three-year delay in obtaining regulatory approvals since winning the bid in 2021

Acquisition broadens ConnectM’s service offerings into India’s high-growth distributed energy and telecom sectors, advancing the Company’s global expansion strategy

MARLBOROUGH, Mass., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ConnectM Technology Solutions, Inc. (OTC: CNTM) (“ConnectM” or the “Company”), a high-growth technology company on the leading edge of the energy economy, today announced it has secured regulatory approval and completed the acquisition of Cambridge Energy Resources Ltd. (CER), an India-based Energy-Management-as-a-Service (EMaaS) provider.

The acquisition provides ConnectM with a strategic beachhead in India’s booming distributed energy and telecommunications sectors, solidifying the Company’s expansion into one of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy and digital infrastructure markets. ConnectM beat out four other bidders in a competitive process to acquire CER in 2021 for INR 120 million ($1.4M) which has fair value assessment at INR 240 million ($2.8M). Since winning the bid in 2021, it took an additional three years to obtain the necessary regulatory approvals.

CER’s offerings span rooftop solar installations and energy management solutions for telecommunications infrastructure, supporting India’s 5G network deployment through clean energy initiatives. With this acquisition, ConnectM gains an established operating presence in India and the ability to immediately participate in two sectors central to India’s sustainability and digital growth. The Company will leverage CER’s local expertise to deploy its proprietary Home and Building Electrification (HBE) platform and Energy Intelligence Network (EIN) across new projects in the region. ConnectM’s full-stack, digital-first approach—proven in its U.S. operations—combined with CER’s on-ground capabilities is expected to drive growth in both distributed energy and telecom energy management solutions.

“This is a pivotal step in our international Home and Building Electrification (HBE) expansion,” said Bhaskar Panigrahi, Chairman and CEO of ConnectM. “By adding Cambridge Energy Resources to the ConnectM family, we secure a foothold in one of the world’s largest and highest-growth energy and telecommunications markets. We are now positioned to accelerate the deployment of our integrated electrification platform across India, furthering our mission to drive sustainable energy transformation on a global scale.”

The transaction carries significant strategic value for ConnectM and its stockholders. Our India business is growing organically at more than 100% per year. With this CER acquisition, we expect our business from India to grow to 15% of our global revenue in next twelve months ($10M annualized) from 5% it is currently now. CER not only provides an operational base in India but also broadens ConnectM’s service offerings into two high-growth domains that align with India’s ambitious development goals. India has set a target of reaching 500 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity by 2030, supported by an estimated $384.5 billion in power sector investments, alongside a nationwide 5G rollout. These initiatives are driving robust demand for distributed renewable energy solutions and energy-efficient telecom infrastructure—areas where ConnectM, through CER, is now well positioned to deliver innovative solutions.

This acquisition follows ConnectM’s March 26, 2025, announcement of its first HBE project in India and is a key part of the Company’s broader strategic expansion into India and international markets. ConnectM plans to continue pursuing opportunities that strengthen its presence in high-growth regions as it scales its HBE platform globally.

About ConnectM Technology Solutions, Inc.:

ConnectM is a constellation of companies powering the next generation of electrified equipment, mobility, and distributed energy—thus enabling a faster, smarter transition to a modern energy economy. The Company provides residential and light commercial service providers and original equipment manufacturers with a proprietary Energy Intelligence Network platform to accelerate the transition to all-electric heating, cooling, and transportation. Leveraging technology, data, artificial intelligence, and behavioral economics, ConnectM aims to lower energy costs and reduce carbon emissions globally.

For more information, please visit: https://www.connectm.com/

About Cambridge Energy Resources Ltd.:

Cambridge Energy Resources Ltd. (CER) is a privately held Energy-Management-as-a-Service provider based in India. Headquartered in New Delhi, CER delivers integrated clean energy solutions for enterprises and telecom operators, including the development and management of distributed solar projects and the deployment of energy-efficient power systems for 5G telecommunications infrastructure. By offering these services on an outcome-based model, CER helps clients reduce energy costs and carbon footprint while enhancing power reliability across their operations.

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FAQ

How much did ConnectM (CNTM) pay for Cambridge Energy Resources acquisition?

ConnectM paid INR 120 million ($1.4M) for Cambridge Energy Resources, which has a fair value assessment of INR 240 million ($2.8M).

What is the expected revenue impact of CER acquisition on ConnectM's India business?

ConnectM expects its India business revenue to grow to 15% of global revenue ($10M annualized) in the next twelve months, up from the current 5%.

What markets does the Cambridge Energy Resources acquisition give ConnectM access to?

The acquisition gives ConnectM access to India's distributed energy and telecommunications sectors, particularly in rooftop solar installations and energy management solutions for 5G network infrastructure.

How long did it take ConnectM to receive regulatory approval for the CER acquisition?

It took ConnectM three years to obtain the necessary regulatory approvals after winning the bid in 2021.

What is the current growth rate of ConnectM's India business?

ConnectM's India business is growing organically at more than 100% per year.