Birketts has advised Eaglets, a corporate group backed by the management team of Ziegler UK and headquartered in Essex, on the acquisition of the Ziegler businesses in Switzerland and Germany.
The transaction further strengthens Eaglets’ European footprint and enhances its ability to deliver integrated logistics and supply chain solutions across key markets. The acquisitions are another vital step in Eaglets building a strong, strategically driven logistics network.
The Birketts team advised on all legal aspects of the transaction, working closely with external advisers on overseas legal matters in Switzerland, Germany and Belgium, and managing the legal process through to successful completion.
Corporate Partner Alex Forwood led the Birketts team, which included Mark Gipson (commercial and technology), Grace Shek (corporate), Thomas Utting (corporate), Caitlin Sparrow (corporate) and Robbie Watson (tax).
Lee Marshall, Eaglets Group CEO, said: “Birketts provided clear, rapid and commercially focused advice throughout this complex cross-border transaction. Their ability to coordinate multi-jurisdictional input and maintain momentum across all workstreams against challenging timelines was invaluable in ensuring a smooth and successful completion.”
Alex Forwood, who led the transaction, commented: “We are delighted to have supported Eaglets on this strategically important acquisition. Cross-border transactions of this nature require careful coordination across multiple jurisdictions, and it was a pleasure to work alongside international advisers to deliver a successful outcome for our client.”
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