Private equity firm Recognize has announced a majority investment in Smartlink Holdings , a provider of services to the digital infrastructure industry. The partnership aims to accelerate growth in sectors such as AI, data centers, edge computing, and next-generation connectivity. This strategic move is designed to bolster Smartlink's capabilities and expand its national platform.

Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Annapolis, MD, Smartlink executes programs across the digital infrastructure lifecycle. The company serves carriers, hyperscalers, data center operators, fiber providers, and tower owners across all 50 states. Services span real estate, engineering, deployment, integration, and long-term maintenance.

Jason Campbell, Chief Executive Officer of Smartlink, highlighted the strategic fit of the partnership. He stated that Recognize's expertise in digital services makes them an ideal partner for the company's next phase of growth. The focus will remain on investing in people, capabilities, and customer relationships to support the digital economy.

Representatives from Recognize, Mike Grady and Will Weimar, emphasized Smartlink's valuable role in the digital infrastructure space. They noted that the company is well-positioned to benefit from the generational infrastructure buildout driven by AI adoption. Recognize plans to invest in technology differentiation and pursue strategic acquisitions in new verticals, services, and geographies.

Brendan Kelly, Founder and Board Member of Smartlink, expressed pride in the team's achievements over the past 25 years. He affirmed that the company's vision remains focused on trust, opportunity, and integrity. With the leadership team and Recognize as a partner, Smartlink aims to capitalize on emerging opportunities in digital infrastructure.

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Smartlink Holdings has fixed Friday, July 10, 2026, as the record date to determine the entitlement of members eligible to receive a dividend of ₹2 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The payment of this dividend, subject to approval by shareholders at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM), will be made to members whose names appear in the register of members or as beneficial owners on the record date. The dividend will be paid on or before Wednesday, August 05, 2026, subject to tax deduction at source as applicable.

The company announced that its 33rd AGM will be held on Saturday, August 01, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. (IST) at the registered office located at L-7, Verna Industrial Estate, Verna, Salcete, Goa - 403722. The meeting will seek shareholder approval for the proposed dividend, the adoption of financial statements, and the ratification of the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor. The Board has recommended the re-appointment of Ms. Arati Kamalaksha Naik as Whole-time Director designated as Executive Director for a period of five years effective April 01, 2027.

Additionally, the Board has recommended the appointment of M/s M S K A & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants, as Statutory Auditors for a period of five years from the conclusion of the 33rd AGM until the conclusion of the 38th AGM. The proposed remuneration for the statutory audit for FY 2026-27 is ₹13,00,000. The meeting will also consider the appointment of Dr. Lakshana Amit Sharma as Director, liable to retire by rotation.

Consequently, the register of members and share transfer register will remain closed from Saturday, July 11, 2026, to Friday, July 17, 2026 (both days inclusive). During this period, no transfer of shares will be processed. Members holding shares as on Saturday, July 25, 2026, are eligible to vote through remote e-voting, which commences on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 09:00 AM (IST) and concludes on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 05:00 PM (IST).

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