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We have advised national drainage and wastewater utility specialist Lanes Group on its acquisition of south-west drainage solutions company Clear-Flow Limited, supporting the company’s strategic growth plans in the UK utility market. 

The client

Lanes Group is a national drainage company providing services for utility, rail, local government, transportation, construction, telecoms and domestic sectors. The company was established in Leeds in 1992 and is now made up of a network of 24 locations in the UK, with a workforce of more than 4,000 people. Founded in 1982, Cornwall-based Clear-Flow provides drainage solutions across the south-west.

The acquisition of Clear-Flow will support Lanes Group’s ambitions for UK expansion, bringing together two strategically aligned businesses – which are both established players in the utility market. Clear-Flow will also bolster Lanes Group’s existing commercial activity in the south-west. 

Our solution

Our North-West deal team managed the acquisition, led by James Wild and Rikesh Patel, with support from Ben Everson and Austin Halewood.

Testimonial

‘The 91̽»¨team offered its wealth of acquisition experience and expertise to the process. Resulting in an effective and seamless transition for all involved’.

Julie Hobbs, Director of Finance
Lanes Group plc