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Dial Partners and Rand Merchant Bank (“RMB”) acted as joint financial advisers to Growthpoint Properties Limited (JSE:GRT) (“Growthpoint”) on the recommended cash and share offer by NewRiver REIT plc (LSE:NRR) (“NewRiver”) for Capital & Regional plc (LSE:CAL) (“Capital & Regional”).

London, UK, July 30, 2024: Dial Partners has advised the shareholders of Integral Powertrain Ltd. (“Helix”) to secure a majority investment from MiddleGround Capital (“MiddleGround”). This partnership will allow Helix to accelerate its business plan and capitalise on the significant expertise of MiddleGround advancing the growth of specialised manufacturing and engineering businesses.

Gama Aviation has today communicated to its shareholders a proposed return of up to £32.6 million and the cancellation of public trading in its shares to be considered at its General Meeting in May. 

A closer look at M&A trends and opportunities and the price points of batteries.

Dial Partners, Clairfield International’s partner office in London, has advised Gama Aviation Plc on the acquisition of Specialist Aviation Services.

Dial Partners in London is delighted to highlight the partnership between Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) and Clairfield International, officially announced on January 19th, 2024, in Johannesburg and Geneva. Dial Partners, as a partner firm of Clairfield International, is thrilled to be a part of this collaboration, which signifies a shared commitment to global expansion and the provision of high-quality corporate finance advisory solutions for our clients. The Dial Partners London team is already working closely with the RMB team to open doors for RMB and its corporate clients into the important UK market, where our expertise and local knowledge play a crucial role in facilitating corporate transactions. This partnership will also position RMB as the gateway for Dial Partners clients to access South Africa, Nigeria, and the broader sub-Saharan African market. With RMB's unrivaled track record in corporate finance advisory in sub-Saharan Africa, consistently ranking at the top of league tables in South Africa and Nigeria, we are confident that our clients will now have unparalleled access to opportunities in this region. We are optimistic about the long-term growth prospects in Africa. The demand for infrastructure, rapid urbanisation, and technological advancements present significant business opportunities across the continent. By collaborating with RMB's extensive corporate finance team on the ground, we can expand our advisory services for clients throughout sub-Saharan Africa. Dial Partners, as a partner firm of Clairfield International, advises entrepreneurs, multinational corporations, and financial investors on M&A and other corporate finance solutions. With over 30 country teams worldwide, we excel in cross-border situations. Clairfield International Partner firms have successfully completed 780 transactions totaling EUR 30 billion in disclosed deal value over the past five years. To learn more about the partnership with RMB and the exciting prospects it brings, visit Clairfield.com .

Dial Partners, Clairfield International ’s partner office in London, is advising Gama Aviation Plc on the proposed sale of Jet East , its US business jet Maintenance & Repair Organisation, to West Star Aviation for $131m. The transaction creates the largest business aviation MRO globally.

In our latest sector snapshot, Angus Russell and Josh Knox summarise the most pertinent developments in the ever-evolving electric mobility sector. The electric vehicle market in 2023 is witnessing a dynamic interplay of various factors. Supply chain pressures, exacerbated by high energy prices, are influencing the landscape, while economic stabilization and legislative support act as driving forces for further growth. Supply-chain consolidation is becoming a notable trend, as larger players seek to absorb smaller niche companies to harness cost-saving synergies in the face of rising costs that threaten margins. Throughout the value chain, challenges are arising, necessitating innovative approaches to maintain sustainability and profitability. Among the critical aspects under scrutiny is battery technology and its associated costs, a pivotal focus for the industry’s future success. Even the aviation industry is taking bold strides in embracing electric mobility. Major companies worldwide are investing significantly in research and development to explore electric aircraft capabilities. This promising trend is poised to unlock exciting opportunities in the years to come. Join us as we navigate the currents of the electric mobility sector and uncover the transformative potential of this burgeoning industry at this link .

Our annual Clairfield Outlook: How Do You Define Success? centres around our company’s new motto, “Defined by Your Success,” and in it, we asked industry leaders to discuss and dissect how they define success. We delve into how business leaders determine what success is in their businesses and what sets successful investors and entrepreneurs apart. Additionally, we examine the role of failure in the pursuit of success. Read it here: Clairfield Annual Outlook 2023