Helio Intelligence Limited
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Helio Intelligence Limited - overview
Established
1998
Location
London, England, UK
Primary Industry
Information Services
About
DeHavilland Information Services Limited, based in London, UK, specializes in offering political intelligence solutions to organizations, aiding them in navigating public affairs and government relations effectively. Founded in 1998, DeHavilland Information Services Limited provides political intelligence and monitoring services. The company has undergone strategic growth with its recent focus on expanding insights solutions. Andrew Himsley leads the firm, which operates its headquarters in London, UK.
In May 2026, ECI Partners acquired Helio Intelligence Limited from Bridgepoint Group and Bowmark Capital. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. DeHavilland provides premium political intelligence services designed to assist organizations in navigating the complexities of public affairs and government relations. The core product offerings include political monitoring, stakeholder management, horizon scanning, policy and research support, and sentiment analysis.
Each service leverages advanced technology and AI tools, combined with in-house expertise, to offer clients curated updates and tailored real-time alerts regarding significant political developments and policy changes. These services empower clients—ranging from large corporations and law firms to financial institutions and public affairs entities—to engage effectively with policymakers and decision-makers, manage political risks, and identify strategic opportunities. DeHavilland's clientele spans various sectors including education, energy, healthcare, and technology, with a primary focus on markets across the United Kingdom and Europe, particularly Brussels and the broader EU. DeHavilland operates on a subscription-based revenue model, providing clients with access to its suite of political intelligence services in exchange for a recurring fee.
Clients engage in annual or multi-year contracts that cover the various offerings available, including bespoke insights from in-house analysts and tailored alerts based on specific political interests. This transaction structure enables organizations to utilize DeHavilland's resources for ongoing political monitoring and strategic stakeholder engagement. The acquisition enable Helio Intelligence Limited to support the growth of tech-enabled businesses across Europe. Helio Intelligence is the new name for the leading political intelligence group in the UK and EU.
Its brands includes DeHavilland and Forefront.
Current Investors
Bridgepoint Group, Bowmark Capital
Primary Industry
Information Services
Sub Industries
Consulting Services, Information Services
Website
www.heliointelligence.com/
Company Stage
Mature - Growth Capital
Total Amount Raised
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Helio Intelligence Limited - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 2,189,000 | 2,284,000 | 2,520,000 | 2,796,000 | 3,135,000 | 3,495,000 | 3,677,000 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | 4.3% | 10.3% | 11.0% | 12.1% | 11.5% | 5.2% | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | (473,000) | (663,000) | (634,000) | (255,000) | (52,000) | 427,000 | 1,397,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | (523,000) | (712,000) | (683,000) | (464,000) | (108,000) | 357,000 | 1,336,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | (23.9%) | (31.2%) | (27.1%) | (16.6%) | (3.4%) | 10.2% | 36.3% | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | (21.6%) | (29.0%) | (25.2%) | (9.1%) | (1.7%) | 12.2% | 38.0% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | (403,000) | (739,000) | (554,000) | (380,000) | (97,000) | 284,000 | 1,091,000 | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | (18.4%) | (32.4%) | (22.0%) | (13.6%) | (3.1%) | 8.1% | 29.7% | - | - | - |
Helio Intelligence Limited - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary Buyout | Completed | Helio Intelligence Limited | - | ||||||||
| Add-on | Completed | Newsdirect (UK) Ltd | - | ||||||||
| Growth | Completed | Helio Intelligence Limited | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Helio Intelligence Limited | - |
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