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Deals

ANS Group acquires Oxford-based solutions specialist

ANS Group, an IT service management company based in Manchester, expands with the acquisition of Sci-Net Business Solutions.

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Insights

How to Find the Right Lending Partner: An Advisor’s Guide

Gavin Harrison shares expert insights on how business owners can find the right debt raising lending partner to support long-term growth.

Company News

Holly Payne appointed as Head of Recruitment at Dow Schofield Watts

We are pleased to share Holly Payne has been appointed as Head of Recruitment, reinforcing our commitment to empowering entrepreneurial talent and expanding our pioneering platform model.

Deals

Primepak Foods acquired by Kiril Mischeff Group

Dow Schofield Watts Yorkshire & North East Corporate Finance team has advised the shareholders of Primepak Foods on its sale to leading food and beverage supplier Kiril Mischeff Group.

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Employee Ownership Trusts: What does the future hold?

In this final part of Roger Esler’s deep dive into EOTs, he sheds light on the future of EOTs and current market trends, before concluding whether an EOT is right for you.

Deals

Foresight invests in Graham + Sibbald, supporting a further key acquisition

Foresight Group (“Foresight”), a prominent regional private equity manager, has announced an investment in Graham + Sibbald, one of the UK’s fastest-growing firms of chartered surveyors and property consultants.

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Employee Ownership Trusts: What are the alternatives?

Building on part one, Roger Esler explores different exit strategies that business owners might find more suitable for their needs, and he outlines ways to enhance EOT structures.

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Employee Ownership Trusts: A Silver Bullet or a Shot in the Foot?

Roger Esler explores the myths and realities behind EOTs explaining how they may not be the right exit strategy for your business.

Company News

Former Wales Rugby Union captain and Cardiff Rugby star Ellis Jenkins joins Dow Schofield Watts in Cardiff

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ellis Jenkins (the former Cardiff Rugby and Wales Rugby Union captain) who has been appointed as Corporate Relations Lead.

Deals

Dow Schofield Watts advises on Avacta PLC’s strategic divestment of its Diagnostics Division

Dow Schofield Watts advised on the sale of Coris Bioconcept SRL (“Coris”) by Avacta Group PLC (“Avacta” or the “Company”) to an Indian-listed company, 3B BlackBio Dx Ltd (“3B BlackBio”), which formally completed on 29 August 2025 following the satisfaction of all closing conditions.

Company News

North West Corporate Finance team celebrates significant year with senior promotions

We are pleased to announce three senior promotions in the corporate finance team following a year of significant deal activity.

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Company News

Dow Schofield Watts’ Business Planning team appoints Paul Jesinger as director

The Business Planning team at Dow Schofield Watts has appointed Paul Jesinger as Director of Modelling, Data Analysis & Financial Reporting.

Company News

DSW Capital reports record growth in latest financial results

DSW Capital has reported record results for the year ending 31 March 2025, following a transformative year of strategic expansion, increased productivity, and diversification into the legal sector.

Deals

£14.5m financing deal for Futura Financial Services

Worthing-headquartered Independent Financial Advisor (IFA) consolidator, Futura Financial Services Ltd (Futura), has secured a £14.5m debt facility from Shawbrook Bank to support the continuation of its ambitious M&A strategy.

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Deals

Leading Edge Group acquire Contrac IT

Cardiff-based Leading Edge Group (UK) Limited, the country’s largest outsourced provider of BT products and services, has announced its acquisition of Contrac IT (Venridge Limited), a premier IT managed service provider.

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Deals

Superbia receives investment from August Equity

The Midlands Corporate Finance team at Dow Schofield Watt has provided lead advisory services to the shareholders of Superbia Holdings Limited (Superbia) on its investment from August Equity.

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Deals

Sale of AJ Engineering and NEWCo to RSK

RSK has further strengthened its UK engineering capabilities, specifically in water, infrastructure and energy, through the acquisition of Scotland-headquartered AJ Engineering and Northern Engineering & Welding Company (NEWCo).

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Deals

ARMA Connect joins Normec

ARMA Connect, a leading provider of electrical compliance and safety services in the UK, was acquired by Normec, a specialist in the testing, inspection, certification, and compliance industry.

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