Private jet company Gama Aviation has confirmed plans to delist from the London Stock Exchange’s junior AIM market, in a deal that is being advised on by specialist M&A consultancy Dial Partners. The Farnborough-based aviation firm said in a statement that it has considered the “benefits and drawbacks” of the listing and had decided “de-listing is in the best interests” of the company and its shareholders.
International accounting and consulting firm Crowe has appointed four new partners across its UK offices. Kay Monks has over a decade of experience working closely with domestic businesses and international groups looking to expand into the UK market and guiding them through each stage of their business lifecycle – from formation to growth and market exits.
BearingPoint and JAGGAER are supporting automotive solutions firm Dumarey Group to improve its procurement system. The consultants will help accelerate Dumarey’s digital transformation through efficiency in supplier management.
Davies has promoted Pino Vallejo to CEO of its management and technology consulting business. Vallejo will continue the transformation of the division, which Davies acquired three years ago. Professional services and technology company Davies acquired financial services consultancy Sionic in 2021.
Healthcare consultancy CF has hit a major milestone in how it develops and grows the skills of its talent, with its training and development programme now officially ChMC accredited. Established in 2013, CF (formerly known as Carnall Farrar) is one of the UK’s leading consulting firms in the healthcare sector.
Isio has maintained its reputation as one of the fastest growing pensions, wealth and investment advisory businesses in the UK, with a year of strong revenue growth. The firm enjoyed 18% expansion across its core business, as its annual revenues pushed past £150 million.
PKF Smith Cooper has strengthened its corporate finance team with a new partner in the East Midlands. Claire Spencer brings 25 years of mid-market M&A experience to the role. Spencer commented, “I am thrilled to be embarking on this next step in my career at PKF Smith Cooper.
Global accounting and consulting giant PwC has elected Marco Amitrano as its new boss for the UK and Middle East organisation. Taking over from Kevin Ellis on July 1, Marco Amitrano will lead a business generating £5.
Operators that implement automation in optical networks and service lifecycle management can save more than 50% on their operational costs. That is according to a report from Nokia and Analysys Mason, which looks at automation solutions for global optical networks.
Global professional services firm Davies has strengthened its UK team with two senior hires: Matt Lonsdale and Roshni Patel. Matt Lonsdale brings many years of experience in financial services, holding senior positions at the likes of TMI, Arc, Pershing and most recently, Iress.
UK construction firm Osborne is reportedly entering administration, as the sector continues to face major economic headwinds. Professionals from RSM are expected to take charge of the process. Founded in 1966, Surrey-headquartered Osborne is a family-owned construction and development group.
Professional services firm Azets has expanded its corporate finance team with the appointment of a new partner. David Foreman joins the firm in the North East of England. Azets is a business advisory and accounting firm headquartered in London.
Two-fifths of the British public believe the lack of information technology education in primary and secondary education has stood in the way of a potential career in the tech sector. According to a new study from BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, perceptions like this could be hindering the UK’s efforts to promote social mobility.
BIP has appointed Alistair Lovegrove as its chief strategy officer for its UK division. Lovegrove will drive the integration and growth of the business. Speaking on his appointment, Lovegrove commented, “I am delighted to be joining the team at BIP as we combine our abilities to deliver long-lasting and sustainable value to our clients.
Broadcasting revenues for leading sports events have ballooned since the turn of the century, and while this has broadly paid off for established broadcasters, a new generation of content providers are looking disrupt the industry by finding new ways to ‘refinance’ sports subscriptions.
Midlands accounting and advisory firm PKF Smith Cooper has appointed a duo of tax directors. Jack Bonehill and Sam Parker will boost the company’s expertise in both capital allowances and employment tax.
Berkshire IT distributor Westcoast has acquired rival firm Spire Technology for an undisclosed fee. The shareholders of the sell-side were advised on the deal by experts from consultancy Quantuma. Headquartered in Verwood, Spire is a UK trade-only distributor of computer components and peripherals Dorset, and has supplied laptops, tablets, computers, PC components and peripherals to the IT industry for more than 30 years.
PA Consulting has capped its 80th anniversary year with a record turnover of £790 million. Founded in 1943 in London, PA Consulting has since grown into one of the world’s leading management and technology consulting companies.
The British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) 2024 season kick offs next week with a race at Donington Park, with consulting firm Emixa serving as the primary sponsor of Team BMW. Since its inception in 1958, the BTCC has grown into one of the most popular motor racing championships in the world, captivating millions of fans around the world.
As with any digital transformation, integrating new AI technology into a firm’s operations can be extremely challenging. Teresa Barreira, the global CMO and CCO of Publicis Sapient, explains how businesses can get the most from change, and incorporate AI with upskilling the present workforce.
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