Deals that made a difference:
Standout M&A deals
Creating a consulting powerhouse: advising Q_PERIOR on its merger with Wavestone
Prior to 2023, Q_PERIOR was a German consulting company formed in a merger of three management and IT consultancies in 2011. It advised clients on business and technology transformation projects and was recognised as one of the leading consulting companies in the German-speaking market, with 1,400 employees across 11 countries.
Using AI to break down language barriers: advising DeepL
DeepL is a German deep learning company working to break down language barriers using artificial intelligence (AI). Launched in Cologne in 2017 it uses artificial neural networks to provide cutting-edge translation and writing solutions to businesses around the world, delivering human-like translation and quality written outputs in multiple languages.
Transforming the global telecommunications market: advising on Mitel's acquisition of Unify
Mitel is a global leader in business communications. Through its acquisition of Unify from Atos Mitel aimed to strengthen its position in numerous geographies and business areas. A deal was designed to reinforce Mitel's commitment to delivering choice and flexibility for its customers while accelerating innovation in the Unified Communications (UC) space.
Reorganising for growth: advising Giesecke+Devrient
Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) is an international currency and financial services, identification technologies and cyber security company that provides trusted and secure public currency and financial transactions and identity control solutions for both physical and digital ecosystems.
Bringing iconic stories to life: advising The Roald Dahl Story Company
The Roald Dahl Story Company manages the rights to Roald Dahl's iconic characters and stories including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG and James and the Giant Peach. The company is owned by the Dahl family and their associated trusts, long-term clients of our Private Wealth group.
Building foundations for growth: advising Cain International
Cain International is a privately held investment firm operating in the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States. It invests in real estate debt, equity and experiential businesses, and had more than $14 billion in assets under management in December 2022.
Reaching new heights: advising OHB SE
OHB SE is a German space and technology group, and one of the leading independent forces in the European space industry. Headquartered in Bremen, Germany, it has over 40 years of experience in the development and implementation of innovative space systems and projects as well as a range of aerospace and telematic products.
Investing in the future: advising interactive investor on its sale to abrdn
Founded in 1995, interactive investor has provided a secure home for people's pensions, ISAs and investments for over 25 years. As the UK's number one subscription-based investing platform, it has assets of £55 billion under administration and more than 400,000 customers.