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WaveLIFT has secured funding of over GBP1 million to further develop its Artificial Lift pump technology for the oil and gas sector. The funding is led by Scottish business angel investment syndicate, Archangels, with co-investment from Scottish Enterprise and a private investor.
Based in Stirling, Scotland, WaveLIFT was launched in 2016 to develop conceptual down-hole pump designs for the Artificial Lift arena of the oil and gas industry. This technology is in high demand with 90% of wells requiring a form of Artificial Lift – which is the use of an artificial means to increase the flow of crude oil,
Westcon-Comstor’s parent company, Datatec Limited, has completed the sale of its North America and Latin America distribution business (Americas), as well as a minority share in its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) business, to SYNNEX Corporation (SNX), a Fremont, California-based company.
Westcon-Comstor Americas, a SYNNEX company, will continue to rely on the expertise and experience of the current Westcon-Comstor Americas team to grow the business. Meanwhile, Datatec retains majority shareholder interest in the new Westcon-Comstor International business to serve EMEA and APAC.
“The successful completion of this transaction allows us to continue developing best-in-class programs that
Private equity firm TA Associates has completed a strategic growth investment in PetPeople, a pet retailer of natural and high-quality dog and cat foods, treats and supplies.
TA Associates has replaced former investor Rosser Capital Partners, which exited its stake in the company as part of the transaction. No financial terms of the transaction were disclosed.
PetPeople stores are operated by a passionate and dedicated group of pet lovers who are committed to carrying the finest pet foods available and building long-term relationships with their customers, associates, business partners and communities. Friendly and knowledgeable store associates are trained to
The number of management buyouts (MBOs) in the UK has fallen again over the last year as Brexit-related caution grows, says accountancy firm Moore Stephens.
According to Moore Stephens, only 80 MBOs took place in the year to June 30 2017, down another 7 per cent on 86 in the prior year, itself a 20 per cent fall from 2014/15.
The firm says that as uncertainty over Brexit grows, both potential buyers and vendors in MBO deals have turned more cautious. M&A deals thrive on certainty, as management need to be confident about market conditions in coming years to
Funds advised by Apax Partners (Apax Funds) are to acquire a majority stake in matchesfashion.com, a leading digitally innovative global luxury-fashion brand.
The founders, Tom and Ruth Chapman, as well as existing venture capital backers Scottish Equity Partners (SEP) and Highland Europe, will retain minority stakes in the business. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in Q4 2017. Terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.
Founded in 1987 by Tom and Ruth Chapman matchesfashion.com is today a global luxury-shopping destination for men and women offering a modern edit of over 450
KKR is to acquire a majority stake in Laser Clinics Australia (LCA) while existing investor The Growth Fund will retain a minority stake in the Company.
LCA is a provider of non-invasive aesthetic treatments in Australia with a network of more than 80 clinics supported by aligned franchisees and a trusted brand. As partners, KKR and The Growth Fund will assist LCA’s management and franchise network in growing the Company through the continued expansion of the clinic network, the introduction of new product and service offerings, and international expansion.
Since opening its first clinic in 2008, LCA has expanded
Dentons has launched its Energy practice in the Czech Republic with the recruitment of Petr Zákoucký as a partner. He joins the Firm’s Prague office from Clifford Chance, along with two associates, Michal Pelikan and Barbora Obračajová, who will join within the next month.
Zákoucký is a prominent lawyer in the energy, infrastructure and mining sectors. He provides a full range of regulatory advice and is the co-author of the first commentary on the Czech Energy Act. He has advised on many of the most important M&A transactions and litigations in the Czech and wider CEE energy sector and is
Healthcare services company Surgery Partners has successfully completed its previously announced acquisition of National Surgical Healthcare (NSH), an owner and operator of surgical facilities in partnership with local physicians.
On 9 May, 2017, Surgery Partners announced a definitive merger agreement under which Surgery Partners would acquire NSH from Irving Place Capital for approximately USD760 million. The combination of Surgery Partners and NSH creates an enterprise with 125 surgical facilities across 32 states, with a strong presence in musculoskeletal programs, including orthopaedics, pain and spine. In addition, the combined company operates a network of over 5,000 physicians and ancillary services, resulting in
Alternative asset manager Magnetar Capital (Magnetar) has appointed Erik Falk to work on strategic initiatives with the firm’s executive committee, including founder & CEO Alec Litowitz, co-founder & President Ross Laser, and Global Head of Fixed Income David Snyderman.
Falk, who will be based in Evanston, joins Magnetar from Kohlberg, Kravis, Roberts & Co (KKR), where he was most recently a Member of KKR and the Global Head of Private Credit.
“We are constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of investors,” says Litowitz. “Erik’s decades of experience and strong track record of success make him a valuable addition
SCM Insurance Services (SCM) has secured a majority investment from funds affiliated with Warburg Pincus, a global private equity firm focused on growth investing.
This major investment, along with the continued investment in SCM by TorQuest Partners, will provide SCM with access to important capital and strategic resources to continue to invest in and significantly grow its business in Canada and its recent entry into the United States. The terms of the transaction are not being disclosed.
SCM’s portfolio of companies delivers world-class service and innovative business solutions to its clients and is a market leader. Previous growth and
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