Strategic moves and sector-specific trends

Deal activity I Q3 2024

This quarter, our clients have continued to shape their industries, achieving significant milestones through 63 impactful transactions. These deals not only reflect the dynamic nature of their businesses but also their resilience and forward-thinking approach in navigating a complex market environment.

Our involvement spanned 41 sell-side, 11 buy-side, and several fundraising processes, illustrating the varied strategic needs of our clients — from securing growth capital to finding the right partners for their future ventures.

Despite ongoing economic shifts, the Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT) sector remains a hub of activity, in line with past quarters. This enduring focus is driven by our clients’ efforts to capitalize on digital transformations and integrate cutting-edge technologies, as a means of ensuring they remain competitive in a fast-evolving landscape.

Business Support Services and Consumer & Retail also saw significant activity, reflecting a concentrated effort to enhance service delivery and consumer engagement in an increasingly digital world.

Furthermore, sectors like Agriculture — particularly in the horticulture space — and Healthcare completed five and six transactions, respectively. The Agriculture deals were driven by advances in sustainable practices and technological innovations aimed at enhancing efficiency and productivity in the horticulture industry. In Healthcare, our transactions predominantly focused on expanding capabilities in specialty areas, such as communications and technological solutions, to improve patient care and operational efficiency.

As demonstrated by the transactions and client testimonials below, our professional guidance is tailored to help clients understand their current situation and anticipate changes in both their sector and the global market, positioning them for continued success.

A selection of deals closed in Q3

As a long-standing shareholder of Lumiforte, we are excited to welcome Kartesia to the shareholder base. This new partnership marks a pivotal moment in Lumiforte’s journey, enabling us to further accelerate growth and drive innovation in the company. Oaklins’ deep industry knowledge and strategic guidance were instrumental in bringing this collaboration to fruition. Their expertise ensured that we found a partner who aligns with Lumiforte’s vision and values, positioning us for continued success and future opportunities. PATRICK GROENEVELD, CEO, HORTICOOP

This was a highly complex and ultimately nuanced sale. It took a strong understanding of the peer-to-peer space as well as the broader HCP marketing environment. We are very happy with the outcome and appreciate the efforts of the Oaklins Desilva+Phillips team. JC LANDRY, PRESIDENT, AMC MEDIA GROUP

We will be forever grateful to the Oaklins Evelyn Partners team for all their help in negotiating and delivering this deal on our behalf, and for guiding us through what was a complex and often challenging transaction. While there were many ups and downs along the way, they were always there to offer reassurance when required, and the support and advice we received throughout has been first class. Their drive and determination to get the right deal for the shareholders was exceptional. We would highly recommend Oaklins Evelyn Partners to anyone looking to sell their business, and cannot thank the team enough for their unwavering commitment and effort in getting the deal done. MATTHEW WATTS, CO-FOUNDER, SEED ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP

Well done and thank you to the entire Oaklins Cavendish team for their outstanding work on this transaction. From the outset, you presented a strong international team with the sector and functional expertise required to deliver. Oaklins Cavendish skillfully managed both the negotiations and the process, and were alongside us every step of the way. I personally felt very well advised throughout, the team did not rush any decision, but nor did we lose time. We are delighted with the successful sale to Pelsis and would highly recommend Oaklins Cavendish. BEN SHAPIRO, CEO, DOFF PORTLAND

We’re thankful to Oaklins Cavendish for all their support in helping us navigate this transaction as we enter the next stage of our business growth journey. The team’s expertise and hard work have paid off to deliver an outcome we are delighted with, and we’re excited for the promising future ahead. KEITH ALI, CEO, CREATIVE ITC

Choosing Oaklins as our partner to sell our business was the best decision we could have made. The team were a pleasure to work with and to be guided by. Their extensive knowledge of the industry was paramount throughout the process, and their detailed understanding of managing due diligence was critical as they steered the business through the process to completion. They worked efficiently and professionally, and communication was at the highest level. I would welcome the opportunity to work with Oaklins again. DAN WAREHAM, MANAGING DIRECTOR, MG CANNON

We are incredibly satisfied with the outcome of this transaction. Oaklins’ Danish team skillfully orchestrated a highly competitive process, which resulted in over 10 high-quality bids and ultimately in an attractive outcome. Most importantly, they helped us find a long-term partner in Arcadea Group, securing a stable future for our loyal customer base and creating significant growth opportunities for our employees. Oaklins’ commitment and expertise were instrumental throughout this process. HENRIK HØJEN ANDERSEN, CEO & CO-OWNER, PICIT

We have worked with Oaklins’ team in Ireland for many years, and their expert advice, planning and commitment have been instrumental in bringing this deal to a successful completion. They clearly understand this sector and provided sound guidance, support and advice throughout our M&A process. We are very pleased with the outcome of the transaction. Purever’s strong and complementary fit, alongside Ardmac, will serve to strengthen the businesses’ growth ambitions into the future. Likewise, following the completion of the transaction, both businesses will benefit from enhanced capabilities, expertise and scale. It is a great comfort to know the business is in good hands with Luis and the rest of the team at Purever, who appreciate Ardmac’s potential and are targeting growth. RONAN QUINN, SHAREHOLDER AND EXITING CEO, ARDMAC

Given their work and success, we chose to work with Oaklins’ Canadian team for the second time in five years. We thank them for their commitment and the quality of their work. The level of expertise and support that Oaklins provided to the entire Stageline team and the rest of the professionals working on the file throughout the sale process was key to the success of our transaction. YVAN MIRON, FOUNDER, STAGELINE

We have been extremely impressed with the support and guidance Oaklins Evelyn Partners have provided. They have always been available to address any queries or concerns, even on short notice. Their support has been first class, staying on top of every detail and anticipating buyer issues or requests. We chose Oaklins Evelyn Partners as they took the time to understand the market, and to understand our position and speciality within it. I would highly recommend Oaklins Evelyn Partners and would use them again in the future. I cannot thank them enough for the time, commitment and effort in ensuring an excellent outcome for all. ADAM KIZIAK, OWNER, TRI FIRE

We are particularly pleased with the outcome of the transaction. In Karmijn Kapitaal, we have found the ideal partner who shares our values and enables us to take the next step in rolling out our unique childcare concept nationwide, allowing us to reach many more children. Oaklins’ strategic guidance and unwavering commitment, combined with their deep industry knowledge and tailor-made approach, were instrumental in ensuring the success of this transaction. SVETLANA LALIĆ, FOUNDER, UNIKIDZ

On behalf of PWR, I am delighted to commend the outstanding performance of Oaklins Evelyn Partners in our recent transaction. Their expertise and dedication ensured a seamless and successful outcome. Through meticulous planning, strategic insights and proactive communication, they navigated complex challenges and delivered exceptional results. This transaction is a testament to their professionalism and commitment to excellence. NICOLA MELLON, MANAGING DIRECTOR, PWR

We would like to sincerely thank the Oaklins team for its dedicated work throughout the sale process of INNOTEX, and especially in the final weeks of negotiations leading up to the closing. They ran a tight process, were able to put many interested buyers in competition and helped us find a great partner for the next phase of growth of our company. We would certainly recommend other business founders and owners work with Oaklins when the time comes to sell their business. LOUIS CARPENTIER, PRESIDENT, INNOTEX

The Oaklins Heritage team helped me far beyond my expectations. Their expertise in all aspects of the process, from start to finish, was very detailed and all-encompassing. DR. SCOTT WARREN, OWNER, FIRST COAST MOHS