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VC-backed company behind London Olympics beach volleyball court acquires US firm
Event services firm Arena Group, which was behind the Olympic beach volleyball court used at the 2012 London Olympics, has closed the acquisition of a US company.
Sapphire Capital Partners unveils new construction-focused Enterprise Investment Scheme
A new Enterprise Investment Scheme aimed at the UK construction industry has been launched by Sapphire Capital Partners.
August Equity secures another trade sale as it exits 4Projects investment
A trade sale of August Equity has seen the investment firm offload its interest in software business 4Projects.
Balderton Capital takes a shine to property start-up Rentify
A start-up which aids property landlords in the process of marketing and managing their sites has been added to Balderton Capital's portfolio through a £2 million deal.
Paladin Group moves to trade ownership following sale by NVM Private Equity
NVM Private Equity has closed its second deal in a week by exiting its interest in Paladin Group.
Former 3i portfolio business HSS Hire Services bought by Exponent Private Equity
HSS Hire Services has a new private equity owner following a sale to Exponent Private Equity for an undisclosed amount.
Business Growth Fund enters Wales with SHS deal
Barry-based scaffolding business Swanbridge Hire and Sales has become the first Welsh company to be backed by the Business Growth Fund.
Highbury Stadium developer closes £8 million MBO
The investment firm behind Fleming Family & Partners has supported the management buy-out of property services company David Philips.
Architects' growth stymied as funding is restricted
UK architects are not expecting any improvement in their workload, new statistics reveal.
onefinestay banks on London success to raise new funds
On the back of success with its upscale accommodation service in London, onefinestay has closed its Series B funding round and attracted the interest of venture capital firm Canaan Partners.
Dunedin sells WFEL to German trade buyer
Private equity firm Dunedin has realised its investment in WFEL, netting a 2.4x return on its interest.
Zoopla continues acquisition drive
Venture capital-backed Zoopla.co.uk has bought UpMyStreet.com as the property website looks to build its audience size.
Electra and Chamonix rescue Peverel
Following a year of uncertainty Perevel Group has secured the backing of two private equity partners, and is set to see its debt levels slashed.
Confluence to expand with Midven support
Commercial fund manager Midven has supported the management buy-out (MBO) of construction management and compliance consultancy Confluence Management with a £500,000 investment from their Exceed Fund.
Construction SMEs face challenges as profits decline
UK construction companies are set to face difficulties paying off debts as the sector suffers from falling sales and profits, according to a study.
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