HLaw advises global manufacturing giant on acquisition of a minority stake in UK competitor

We advised our client, a global films and coatings manufacturer, on its acquisition of a minority interest in the UK entity of an international films and packaging group. The transaction formed part of a wider, multi-jurisdictional transaction, which also included the outright acquisition of a US sister company to the UK company in what was a highly-unusual deal structure.  We worked closely with Austrian counsel, helping to push to a successful completion in January 2026.  Our corporate team led on the UK aspects of the transaction, advising on shareholder rights, share sale mechanics, the pros and cons of a JV-type structure, and the related UK deal documentation.

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