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Arcus-backed HB RTS expands in U.K. market with acquisition of PPS Group
Transactions - JANUARY 30, 2026

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Arcus-backed HB RTS expands in U.K. market with acquisition of PPS Group

by Kali Arevalo

HB RTS, a provider of circular and reusable logistics solutions and a portfolio company of Arcus Infrastructure Partners’ Arcus European Infrastructure Fund 2 (AEIF2), has acquired PPS Group in the United Kingdom.

PPS is an established logistics services provider in the U.K. market, specializing in pooling, rental, washing services and the sale of returnable transport items through its Alison Handling division.

Optimizing logistics solutions across Europe is increasingly critical in a market where returnable transport items move seamlessly across borders, according to HB RTS, which said this transaction strengthens its European footprint. It represents another important step in HB RTS’ international growth strategy and its goals of building a leading European platform for circular and reusable logistics solutions, following earlier acquisitions of TPS in 2024 and TPS USA in 2025.

HB RTS confirmed it will continue to invest in circular logistics solutions tha

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