FJG advises on sale of high-end architectural glazing specialist Maxlight to Swedish group

Fisher Jones Greenwood has advised Anthony and Judith Culmer on the sale of high-end architectural glazing specialist Maxlight Holdings Limited to Swedish group SORB Industri AB.

Established in London in 2011, Maxlight designs and manufactures ultra-slim aluminium glazing systems for projects in the UK and overseas.

The business has built a strong reputation for specialist architectural glazing, with its products used in high-end residential and commercial projects.

Anthony Culmer said: “The sale of Maxlight marks an important milestone for us and the business we have built over many years.

“We are delighted to have found a buyer whose long-term approach and commitment to developing successful niche businesses aligns closely with Maxlight’s values and future ambitions.

“Throughout the transaction, the team at Fisher Jones Greenwood provided clear, pragmatic advice and remained responsive to our needs at every stage. Their expertise and dedication were instrumental in helping us achieve a successful outcome.”

The acquisition forms part of SORB Industri AB’s strategy of acquiring and developing specialist businesses with long-term growth potential.

The transaction was led by Ashton Carter, Head of Corporate and Commercial at Fisher Jones Greenwood, with support from Natasha Bhandari, Nana Poku, Charlie Neal, Sophie Grimmer and Maisie Barnes.

Matthew Desborough advised on the commercial property aspects of the transaction.

The sellers were advised on tax and financial matters by M J Bushell.

PEM Corporate Finance also played an important role in the transaction, identifying the buyer and brokering the deal before working with the parties and their advisers throughout the sale process.

Ashton Carter added: “Maxlight has established an excellent reputation in a highly specialist market and this transaction gives the business an exciting opportunity to move into its next phase under SORB Industri AB’s ownership.

“This was a significant transaction involving a number of moving parts and a tight timetable.

“Our role was to keep the legal process moving and make sure Anthony and Judith had clear, practical advice throughout. We were delighted to help them bring the transaction to a successful conclusion.”

Fisher Jones Greenwood regularly advises business owners and management teams on company sales and acquisitions, including management buyouts and wider corporate transactions.

Its Corporate and Commercial team provides practical legal advice designed to help clients move transactions forward and achieve their commercial objectives.