Lester Aldridge advises Mar-Key Group on investment for UK and overseas growth
South Coast law firm Lester Aldridge has advised the founders of Mar-Key Group on an investment from Alcuin Capital Partners to support their future ambitions.
Based in Christchurch, Mar-Key Group designs, manufactures and provides temporary structures for major sporting events including Royal Ascot and The Open, with Tesco and the National Grid among their clients.
This latest investment comes as the growing business plans its expansion both in the UK and internationally under the leadership of CEO Ben Scroggie.
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The transaction was led by Grant Esterhuizen and Dean Drew, corporate partners at Lester Aldridge, with support from colleagues Danielle Slater, Gerard Chalkly-Maber, Edward O’Brien, Philippa Broughton, and Adam Corcoran.
Clodagh Tunney of RSM provided corporate finance and financial modelling support, while Adam Godden of 2525 Limited assisted with pre-sale preparation and ongoing transaction support.
Ben said: “This transaction was a new experience for the Mar-Key team.
“We were delighted to have the experienced and professional LA team advising and guiding us through the process to a smooth and successful completion.”
Grant added: “Congratulations to Ben and his team and to all those involved in this transaction.
“We look forward to the exciting prospect of the Mar-Key Group growing and developing its business in the years ahead.”
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