Aardvark Safaris

Aardvark Safaris sold to Employee Ownership Trust INDUSTRYLuxury Travel Specialist Avondale advised on the sale of Aardvark Safaris Limited to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Founded in 1999, Aardvark Safaris is a luxury travel specialist creating bespoke safari experiences across Africa and the Indian Ocean. With decades of expertise, deep local knowledge, and long-standing supplier…

Sitemaster Supplies

Sitemaster Supplies sold to Employee Ownership Trust INDUSTRYDistributor of Ironmongery & Specialist Building Supplies For almost 30 years, Sitemaster Supplies Limited has been a leading ironmongery and specialist building products distributor to housebuilders and contractors with a reputation for their efficient and high-quality customer service. Having assessed the benefits of other exit options, the current…

Artgym Productions

Artgym Productions acquired by Sanctus Group INDUSTRYLeadership, Learning & Cultural Transformation Consultancy Avondale is delighted to announce the successful sale of Artgym Productions, an award-winning leadership, learning and cultural transformation consultancy, to Sanctus Group, pioneers in workplace coaching and cutting-edge mentoring technology. Over 21 years, Artgym has built an international reputation for behavioral-science-led programmes working…

Station View Garage

Station View Garage sold to Employee Ownership Trust INDUSTRYProvider of Car Garage Services Station View Garage has been trading since 1994 when it was set up by Andrew and Justine Pirt. Initially operating from a small, rented workshop in Dorking, over the next 12 months they invested in modern tooling and equipment and gained VOSA…

The Magic Transfer Company

The Magic Transfer Company sold to Employee Ownership Trust INDUSTRYDigital Transfer Technology for Promotional Products Founded in 1992 in St Albans, The Magic Transfer Company pioneered digital image transfer technology for promotional products, evolving from a small retail unit into a market leader through innovation and strategic partnerships. Its product range expanded from coated transfer…

Metway Electrical Industries

Metway Electrical Industries sold to Employee Ownership Trust INDUSTRYSupplier of Electrical Connectors, Lighting Controls & Lighting Connection Systems Metway Electrical Industries is a leading supplier of electrical connectors, lighting controls and lighting connection systems, serving clients across the UK and beyond. As the shareholders considered their exit options, it was clear that an Employee Ownership…

Lumea

Lumea sold to Employee Ownership Trust INDUSTRYSupplier of Premium Tabletop Lighting Established in 2001 by Alexander Muirhead, Lumea is a leading supplier of premium tabletop lighting for the hospitality sector, renowned for its innovative Liquid Wax Candles—safer, cleaner, and longer lasting than traditional alternatives. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, the business has…

Eastern Forklift Trucks

Eastern Forklift Trucks sold to Bennie Equipment INDUSTRYIndependent Forklift Solutions Provider Avondale successfully advised the sale of Eastern Forklift Trucks, one of the leading independent providers of forklift solutions across the East of England, to Bennie Equipment – a 4th generation family business and fast-growing Material Handling Equipment (MHE) provider. Founded over 13 years ago,…

Genfab

Genfab sold to Employee Ownership Trust INDUSTRYLaser Cutting, Press Work & Fabrication Specialist Avondale are pleased to have advised on the successful sale of Genfab Limited, one of the best-regarded laser cutting, press work and fabrication specialists, to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Established in 1997 with a vision to deliver the highest standards of…