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JANUARY 26, 2026
Aurora acquires Anova (FFL Partners)
TARGET
Anova
Anova delivers IIoT wireless sensors and cloud software to remotely monitor tank levels, pressure, and temperature for industrial gas, propane, fuels, and chemicals distributors.
OwnershipPE-backed · FFL Partners (prior owner); FFL Partners
Capital raised$59.1M
Headcount395 FTEs
HeadquartersNew Providence, New Jersey
Leadership
Sell-side advisorBaird
ACQUIRER
Aurora
Private equity firm with experience scaling technology-enabled industrial businesses.
Deal team
Randy Moser (Aurora Capital Partners)
Bryant Yung (Aurora Capital Partners)
Buy-side advisorHoulihan Lokey
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