Client name: The IS Group
Client location: Cambridgeshire
Acquirer: APAC Group
Sector: Retail & E-Commerce
Sub-sector: Giftware Manufacturing
Building a Brand with Over Four Decades of History
The IS Group is a product creator and manufacturer of giftware, operating from Peterborough with a trading history dating back to 1979.
Releasing Shareholder Value After Long-Term Investment
The decision to sell was made to release capital for shareholders who had invested in the business for many years.
A Recognised Operator Within the Retail and Giftware Market
With over four decades of trading history, the business held an established market position and a broad customer base within the retail sector.
Creating Competitive Tension to Deliver a Multi-Million Outcome
Knightsbridge positioned the opportunity to trade buyers, highlighting the group’s history and growth potential. A number of interested parties were identified, resulting in multiple meetings.
Competitive tension was maintained throughout negotiations, leading to a multi-million-pound sale.
Completing a Strategic Trade Sale
The IS Group was successfully acquired by APAC Group.
Why APAC Group Strengthened the Future of the Business
For APAC Group, the acquisition strengthened its product offering and enhanced its position within the giftware and event decoration market.
Reflections on a Multi-Million Group Sale
Neil Warwick, Owner/Director, The IS Group:
“Great experience. The team were very helpful to us, enabling us to sell our business. Always being there to advise and help us along the journey. Our agent at Knightsbridge assisted us throughout the whole process. Really pleased and would recommend.”