As a corporate finance led deal-making Group, we advise business on a number of business sales, acquisitions and mergers.
Here are some of our recent corporate transactions.
Cardiff-based Beaufort Research has completed an Employment Ownership Trust (EOT), in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Hydraulic and Pneumatic Specialists, Cardiff Hydraulics Ltd, has successfully been acquired by leading International service organisation Fluiconnecto UK Ltd, in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Constructiv Clothing, a Wales-based and family run clothing company, has successfully completed a succession sale, in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
SDI Group PLC has acquired Northern Ireland based InspecVision, in a deal advised on by dealmaking experts, GS Verde Group.
Logistics company Specialist Vehicle Logistics, headquartered in the West Midlands, has been acquired in a deal advised on by Anderson Shaw, part of the GS Verde Group.
A UK-based Biotechnology company successfully secured an equity fundraising investment earlier this year, in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Complete Remedial Solutions (CRS), an award-winning Wales-based provider of specialist insulation, heating, and energy efficiency solutions, has successfully completed a major transaction.
An established design, manufacture and installation company has completed a Management Buyout (MBO), facilitated by GS Verde Group
Flotek Group continues its growth trajectory with the acquisition of IT & Cyber provider Colbek Systems Ltd, solidifying its presence in the Midlands and paving the way for future expansion.
The GS Verde Group, a UK & Ireland based dealmaking business, has expanded with the acquisition of West Midlands based Anderson Shaw Corporate Finance.
The Directors of Chepstow recruitment agency Nu-Staff have completed a management buy-out, in a deal advised on by leading dealmakers GS Verde Group, with funding provided by DBW.
Kontroltek, an established Industrial Electronic and Automation Repairs company, has been acquired by its employees via an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in a deal facilitated by GS Verde Group.
GS Verde Group were pleased to advise Yard Data on the sale of its business to data analytics and implementation specialist Koios Consulting.
Creigiau Travel Ltd, an established transport hire company, has successfully completed an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in a deal facilitated by GS Verde Group.
Athena Security Solutions, a London-based elite security company, has successfully completed an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in a deal advised on GS Verde Group.
HSG FM Group, a Cardiff-headquartered business, has successfully acquired Radish, a contract catering services company, in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
The trade sale will see the new owners, based in Newport, carry on the legacy of the care home, along with maintaining its services and help grow the business for long-term success.
Guilford Street Laboratories, a spin-out of University College London, has successfully completed a pre-seed equity investment in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
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D.G. Heath, a family-run timber, landscape and Flooring Supply business has been acquired by LBS Group, the largest independent builders’ merchants in South Wales a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Denman & Sons, a Caerphilly-based family run independent builders merchant, has been acquired by South Wales largest independent builders’ merchants LBS Group, a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
South Wales-based SJ Environmental Limited has completed a management buyout, in a deal backed by Development Bank of Wales and advised on by GS Verde Group and Cadre Advisory.
The Real Wrap Co, a premium sandwich supplier based in Bristol, has been acquired by UK leading food manufacturer, Samworth Brothers, in a transaction advised on by GS Verde Group.
London-based TMA Security Services, who provide consultancy, training, and guarding services, has acquired Gloucester security service company Glevum Security Ltd, in a deal advised by GS Verde Group.
QA Travel, a leading travel group, has acquired an Aberdeen-based travel company in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
GS Verde Group has advised on an Employee Ownership Buyout of an established Fibre Optic Engineering business, with its staff becoming majority shareholders of the business.
Abatec Recruitment, a leading recruitment firm based in the Southwest, is pleased to announce the acquisition of St David Recruitment Services, a prominent agency located in Cardiff, South Wales.
A leading building services provider has announced full transfer of ownership to company founder's son with support from GS Verde Group.
An established, innovative civil engineering firm has completed a management buyout transaction in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
GS Verde Group has been named the number one most active dealmaker for both financial and legal categories in Experian's Market IQ full-year report for 2023.
Flotek Group, a leading IT and Managed Services provider, has announced the acquisition of a majority share in OES, an IT, Cyber Security, and Managed Print provider, advised by GS Verde Group.
An award-winning manufacturing marketing platform, specialising in the MedTech sector, has successfully concluded a substantial equity funding round in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Shares in the GS Verde Group have been admitted to trade on JP Jenkins share dealing platform at a £9m post-money valuation.
As 2024 approaches, we will be looking at some significant deals that GS Verde Group advised on in 2023.
Flotek Group branches into the hospitality sector by acquiring IT & Telecommunications company Orbiss in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
GS Verde Group have advised on an Employee Ownership buyout of a leading heating solutions provider, with its staff becoming majority shareholders of the business.
The Flotek Group has acquired Ikona IT Solutions, a Cardiff-based IT and telecoms support company, in a deal advised on by The GS Verde Group.
Abergavenny based Miller Research, which undertakes research, consultancy, and evaluation work across a range of sectors, has completed an Employee Ownership sale, advised by The GS Verde Group.
Reinvigoration, a leading operations transformation consultancy, has acquired Lean Competency Services in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Dock Solutions, the largest UK manufacturer of loading bay equipment, has completed a Management Buyout in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
In a strategic move to bolster its local presence and enhance its service offerings, Plum Link has acquired a well-established local plumbing business in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Temple Homes Property Limited, a property management company based in Bristol, has successfully been acquired by estate agency Bristol Property Centre in a deal supported by the GS Verde Group.
Rawlings & Son Ltd (Rawlings Group), a multi-brand packaging and drink processing specialist, has acquired Paper Bag Company, in a seven-figure deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Total Staffing Solutions, a leading provider of agency staff within the health and care sectors, has successfully completed an Employee Ownership transaction advised on by The GS Verde Group.
Blues Electrical, a leading provider of electrical solutions, is pleased to announce the completion of a management buyout led by Dave Chandler, Chris Chandler, and Marc Gunter. Advised by GS Verde.
Stella Event Hire and Catering, an event hire company with 18 years of experience in catering and hospitality, has successfully raised growth capital in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Technical outdoor clothing brand, Jöttnar, has completed its latest investment round, raising over £1m through a mix of re-investment and crowdfunding, in a deal advised on by GS Verde.
GS Verde Group is pleased to have advised on the sale of a renowned translation services provider.
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions’ Ground Support Division announced the acquisition of Norgalv. GS Verde Group’s multidiscipline team supported the legal aspects of this cross-border transaction.
Vantastec, a leading supplier and conversion specialist of refrigerated and temperature-controlled vehicles, has completed an Employee Ownership buyout.
Solex Thermal Science Inc, a Canadian-headquartered expert in thermal and bulk materials engineering, has acquired South Wales based Econotherm Ltd, in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
GS Verde Group are delighted to have advised on the successful acquisition made by a market-leading accountancy firm, further solidifying its position as a market leader in the region.
GS Verde Group is delighted to have advised Paramount on a fund-raising deal which will fuel its next growth phase into the construction industry.
A cutting-edge marketing technology firm has successfully completed substantial equity funding, further propelling its position as an industry leader. The transaction, which was expertly advised on by
Haulage and storage facilities firm Max Logistics Ltd has secured a six-figure investment that will drive forward its expansion plans, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
A South Wales-based specialist healthcare equipment retailer has completed an Employee Ownership buyout. The deal was structured and advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Flotek has acquired telecommunications provider Liberty Solutions (Swansea) Limited, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Inscape, a sports ground engineering company based in South Wales, has acquired Bedfordshire-based Evergreen Irrigation, a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
GS Verde Group is pleased to have advised on the acquisition of a leading UK-based plastic products supplier.
A well-established specialist plastics manufacturer based in the South West has been acquired in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
After a successful Q1 of 2023, Aprils shows no sign of slowing down for M&A activities at GS Verde Group as we enter Q2.
Gareth Vaughan, MD of The Beech Group (John Beech Limited), a multidisciplinary construction company, has successfully completed an MBO of the firm, in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Toolk-IT, a South Wales IT provider offering specialist IT solutions, has been acquired by the fast-growing Flotek group as part of its ambitious growth strategy in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group
Biotech company SolasCure, has announced completion of its Series B investment round, supporting development of its first investigational product, a hydrogel aiming to accelerate wound debridement.
As the first quarter of 2023 comes to an end, GS Verde is marking another successful month of dealmaking.
A syndicate of 10 business angels has made a follow-on investment in 2B Enterprising, the company delivering an engaging and bilingual enterprise education programme for primary schools.
Employee Ownership Trusts have emerged as a popular transaction, whereby business owners can pass the reins of the business to their workforce while retaining some level of ownership.
Indigo Group have acquired the majority of shares and assets of BMSL, a leading recruitment company operating in the construction and transport sectors.
Though the transnational aspect of the deal posed an added challenge, GS Verde are well-versed in managing such transactions, working attentively to navigate the added complexities that can arise.
B Fit Personal Training has revealed an ambitious growth strategy, following the acquisition of a regional competitor in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
The acquisition will allow the business to expand its offerings and improve its already impressive customer experience, as the new ownership plans to invest in renovations and upgrades.
As M&A continues to prove resilient against external pressures, the GS Verde Group is marking another successful month of dealmaking.
An exciting milestone for the GS Verde Group as we continue to grow our multidiscipline dealmaking group.
A £2m investment in Apex Additive Technologies is set to open up significant potential for creating a digital manufacturing centre of excellence in South East Wales.
North Sea Systems' disruptive technology, industry experience, and in-house engineering capability has seen the business become a leading provider within the sector.
The deal sees the FlexiNet brand continue as part of the ever-growing Flotek Group, opening up a new commercial offering of IT and Cyber Security support to its clients.
A summary of GS Verde's standout deals from the month, including acquisitions, MBOs and fundraises.
A South Wales based company has been sold to an international group of buyers, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
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The £5.2m investment raise will help to support the development and roll-out of IQ Endoscope’s ground-breaking medical device.
The deal ensures that the respected brands of Pensord and Cambrian Printers will continue, providing certainty and continuity for clients
Turners Coachways Limited has announced the successful completion of an Employee Ownership buyout, which sees its staff become majority shareholders of the business.
Saecom has been acquired by the Flotek Group as the IT & Comms MSP progresses its ambitious growth strategy. The deal marks Flotek’s fourth acquisition since its inception last year.
A multi-million MBO has been completed at one of the UK's leading security firms, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
A specialist machinery supplier based in the South East of England has completed a multi-million Management Buyout, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Marking a third acquisition in just six months, the deal will enhance Flotek’s telecom offering by enabling a larger engineering technical team and bring further resources.
Will Kinder has been announced as the Managing Director of The Kingsward Group following a management buy-in that has enabled the founding directors to retire, in a deal advised on by GS Verde.
Luxury pet brand Baker & Bray has been acquired by an ambitious entrepreneur set to refresh the sector with a committed focus on sustainability, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
ClearCourse a leading group of innovative technology brands providing integrated software and payments solutions, has acquired Sellerdeck, in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Winncare, a leading European manufacturer of beds, pressure care products, patient handling equipment, and hygiene solutions has acquired Herida Medical, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
International telecommunications firm The Kenton Group has successfully completed an Employee Buyout via an Employee Ownership Trust, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
A luxury British lifestyle brand specialising in sustainable canine grooming products, beds, and accessories has been acquired, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group
Flotek Group, an MSP with an ambitious goal of transforming IT & Communications available to SMEs, has announced its second acquisition as part of the business’ bold growth strategy.
Fixwell Fasteners, an industrial fixings and fastenings supplier with a 30-year legacy operating across Wales and the South West has been acquired, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Award-winning content marketing, PR and design consultancy The Media Snug has announced the successful completion of a shareholder buyout, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
A national collective of optometry practices has acquired a South West based optometrist business, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
The Group has advised on the sale of a commercial cleaning business, enabling the development of service delivery across the South West of England.
Leading mobility subscription platform provider, Wagonex has secured investment from Admiral, with multidiscpline dealmakers GS Verde advising on the transaction.
Completing a seven-figure management buyout, the new management team will continue to progress the multidiscipline engineering and development Group.
GS Verde advised on the acquisition of the London-based spinout that plays an important part in progressing new treatments and diagnoses for patient benefit.
GS Verde has advised specialist Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning mechanical services provider on the completion of an MBO.
GS Verde is pleased to have advised on the sale, utilising its multidisciplinary dealmaking approach.
GS Verde has advised specialist commercial roofing contractor Nautilus on the successful completion of a management buyout, which will fuel its next stage of growth as a wholly family run business.
The acquisition comes as part of Flotek’s plan for growth through acquisition.
GS Verde has advised on the sale of specialist fire protection business Adamport to a national acquirer.
The business, which serves a range of clients including homeowners, commercial traders and contractors, has been sold to an acquisitive group as part of a buy and build strategy.
The GS Verde Group is pleased to have advised on the sale of one of the UK’s most prominent machinery manufacturing and supply businesses.
The leading home improvement & DIY online retail group has acquired SPS Brassware, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
The GS Verde Group is pleased to have acted on the sale of a reputable grounds maintenance business in the South West of England.
Route Konnect, an AI software development company described as the ‘Google Analytics’ of physical spaces, has raised £780,000 pre-seed equity investment in a deal advised on by GS Verde Group.
Handy Brand, a South West-based printing company with an exceptional reputation for high quality products and customer service, has announced an Employee Buyout via an Employee Ownership Trust.
GS Verde has advised leading Welsh training and education provider Educ8 Training on its the acquisition of digital solutions company Aspire 2Be, continuing the business' exceptional growth.
Educ8 Training Group has announced the successful completion of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT)deal , which will see its staff own a majority shareholding of the business.
International engineering, design & project management business Stantec has acquired Barton Willmore, the UK’s leading independent planning & design consultancy, in a deal advised on by GS Verde.
The Fintech business has received the backing from one of Europe’s most active venture capital investors to create greater investor access to alternative assets.
Personal shopper app Beelivery has acquired delivery on demand counterpart Pinga, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Educ8 Training has acquired Berkshire-based Haddon Training, underpinning the group’s plans to expand into England, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Three directors have completed the management buy-out of Bridgend-based A&R Services, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
The award-winning rocket propulsion innovation company is set to reach new heights as they announce a £500,000 scale-up investment from Deepbridge Capital, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
The GS Verde Group has advised serial entrepreneur Steve Williams on the seven-figure acquisition of garden machinery e-commerce business Mowers-Online.co.uk.
2B Enterprising, headquartered in Swansea, has raised £400,000 of investment through a syndicate of 15 business angels, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
DEPLOY™, a business who improve access to water storage infrastructure, has received investment from the Development Bank of Wales, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Creo Medical Group has acquired UK-based manufacturer Aber Electronics in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Chepstow-based IQ Endoscopes has completed a Series A equity funding round exceeding £4m, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
Flow Communications (Flow) have announced the acquisition of Capital Network Solutions (CNS), a highly accredited managed IT services, and consultancy provider.
Biotech start-up SolasCure has announced the completion of its Series A investment round, in a deal advised on by corporate finance led dealmakers, The GS Verde Group.
Leading UK hospitality software start-up Stampede has acquired Springo, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
MESOA for Men has announced the successful completion of its first investment raise, a six-figure deal which was advised on by corporate finance led deal-making business, the GS Verde Group.
Paramount Interiors has announced the successful completion of an Employee Buyout via a Trust (EOT), which will see its staff own a majority shareholding of the business.
The GS Verde Group has advised Wales-headquartered food production business, Abergavenny Fine Foods (AFF) on its acquisition by The Frostkrone Food Group, based in Europe.
Greenaway Scott, has acted for Herida Healthcare who have acquired Select Medical Ltd and Select Medical Holdings Ltd.
GS Verde Group have advised the management te have advised the management team of Wiltshire-based Advance Insurance Agencies on its sale to the acquisitive Jensten Group.
The GS Verde Group, a multi-discipline deal making group focused on corporate finance and mergers and acquisition work, has taken another step on its buy and build growth strategy.
Procter Brothers Limited, a Caerphilly-based manufacturer and service provider, has announced the successful completion of its multi-million pound management buyout.
Food manufacturer and exporter The Abergavenny Fine Food Co (AFF) has outlined details of its future plans after selling its blended cheese business to Somerdale International.
Medical device company, IQ Endoscopes has raised £1.5m in a funding round led by the Development Bank of Wales and Creo Medical Group plc, in a deal that was advised on by Greenaway Scott.
A newly-launched cold storage business backed by a £250,000 investment package is aiming to create jobs in the Valleys as the area fights back against the effects of Covid 19.
The GS Verde Group were delighted to advise Gloucester-based Avantis Systems on its recent £4.25m private equity investment from Key Capital Partners (KCP).
Port Talbot-based Hybrisan have secured £500,000 equity investment in a deal advised on by Leanne Thomas, Director of Greenaway Scott (part of the GS Verde Group).
The Clarence Court Hotel in Cheltenham has new operators, following the purchase of Harlequin Hotels (Cheltenham) Limited, by C&E Diamond Holdings Ltd.
Cyril Luff have plans to expand the business following the buy-out by the new management team, in a deal which was advised on by specialist mergers and acquisition advisory business GS Verde Group.
Greenaway Scott (part of the GS Verde Group) were delighted to advise Forest Traffic Services on their strategic combination with the Amberon Group.
A classic car restoration company based in Brislington, between Bristol and Bath, has been acquired by Ecotec Partners for an undisclosed figure with a funding package from HSBC.
Greenaway Scott were delighted to advise Paramount Office Interiors Limited on its acquisition of share capital of S Jones & Sons (Electrical Contractors) Limited.
Greenaway Scott were delighted to advise L.P. Gas Limited on its acquisition of L.P. Gas Wales Direct Limited, an established gas supplier in domestic and commercial premises throughout South Wales.
The senior team at an environmental, health and safety consultancy that sat within a risk management solutions business has completed a buyout.
A Cotswolds pub which was built in Tudor times is set for expansion, after receiving a six-figure funding package.
A South Wales based professional care service provider has been partially acquired for an undisclosed amount in a management buy-in (MBI).
Vision Blue, the leading provider of compliant software solutions for the Credit and Debt Recovery sectors, has acquired Cardiff-based fast-growth fintech company SamePage Group.
A South Wales based professional drainage service provider has been acquired for an undisclosed amount in a management buyout (MBO).
Greenaway Scott were delighted to advise Churchill Care Ltd on its acquisition of Annwyl Ltd, franchisee of one of the UK's leading homecare and living care agencies Bluebird Care.
GS Verde Group were delighted to advise Educ8 Training Group Limited on the recent acquisition of I-SA Training Limited.
GS Verde Group were delighted to advise the shareholders of CoolTherm (Group) Limited on the recent disposal of CoolTherm to Carver Group.
GS Verde Group advises one of the world's largest medical device companies, Clinical Innovations LLC on their recent cross-border acquisition of French distributor MVF Disposables.
A Cardiff-based workplace design, fit-out and furniture specialist has been acquired in a management buyout (MBO) supported by lead advisers Verde Corporate Finance and Greenaway Scott.
GS Verde Group advises the management team at Port Talbot-based mechanical engineering firm JM Fabweld on their recent management buy-out.
Greenaway Scott recently advised leading Cardiff based asbestos management company Santia Asbestos Management Limited on their management buyout.
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