4 December 2025
Lonsdale Capital Partners (“Lonsdale”) backed Elite Electronics (“Elite”), a leading provider of Electronic Manufacturing Solutions (EMS), is excited to announce the strategic acquisition of Kingfield Electronics, a high class EMS provider based in Chesterfield, England. This acquisition is another significant step in Elite’s ongoing expansion, providing critical entry into the aerospace & defence market and reinforces Elite’s position as a leader in the UK & European EMS market.
Founded in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland, Elite has established itself as a trusted name in the EMS industry, known for delivering high-quality, advanced electronics manufacturing services. Kingfield Electronics brings over 40 years of experience in complex electronic assemblies and high-reliability manufacturing, with particular expertise in aerospace, defence, and industrial applications. The addition of Kingfield Electronics enhances Elite’s technical depth and geographic reach, enabling the business to deliver even greater flexibility, resilience, and responsiveness to its customers.
With the addition of Kingfield Electronics, Elite now operates three advanced manufacturing facilities across the UK, providing customers with expanded capacity and expertise in high-reliability electronics manufacturing. Supported by Lonsdale Capital Partners, Elite continues to execute its ambitious growth strategy – building scale, capability, and market reach across key technology sectors.
We are delighted to welcome Kingfield Electronics to the Elite family. This acquisition strengthens our position across the UK, enhances our technical capability in aerospace and defence, and supports our mission to deliver exceptional service and quality to customers in critical industries.Jonathan Balfour, CEO of Elite Electronic Systems
This acquisition represents a significant strengthening of Elite’s position in the UK EMS sector. Kingfield’s strong reputation and sector expertise complement Elite’s existing operations perfectly, reinforcing the group’s presence across the UK and creating a powerful platform for continued expansion in key markets.Stefan Smith, Investment Director at Lonsdale Capital Partners
