Eversheds Sutherland advised on sale and reinvestment in The Alternative Parcels Company
Eversheds Sutherland advised the shareholders of The Alternative Parcels Company (APC) on the sale of their shares and their reinvestment into a new ownership structure led by WS Holdco Limited, DBAY Advisors Limited, and other investors.
This transaction marks a significant milestone for APC, the UK’s largest independent parcel delivery network, as it embarks on a new phase of growth and investment. The deal required careful coordination and bespoke legal structuring for a large and diverse shareholder base. Eversheds Sutherland’s cross-practice team played a key role in ensuring a smooth and successful outcome.
Louise Finnie, Partner at Eversheds Sutherland, said,
“Having advised APC for the majority of my career, I am incredibly proud to support APC on this strategic transaction. The Eversheds Sutherland team worked tirelessly to provide first class legal guidance throughout the process and navigate a smooth and successful completion. We hope this transaction facilitates the long-term ambition of the APC network and its stakeholders and wish APC every success for the future.”
Mark Fletcher, CFO of APC, said,
“Completion of this transaction represents a significant milestone for APC and the next chapter for the APC network. We now have a strategic partner with extensive knowledge and expertise in our sector, but who also shares the values and long-term vision for APC.
Louise and her team at Eversheds Sutherland have been instrumental in advising APC on the successful completion of this transaction and have provided outstanding support and legal advice throughout. Eversheds Sutherland has been our trusted legal adviser for over 20 years. They demonstrate a deep understanding of our business and network, together with a commitment to us as a client.”
The Eversheds Sutherland team was led by Louise Finnie (Corporate Partner), supported by Ruary Smith, Mitchell Bosi, Lara Satchwell, and Sophia Hesling, with specialist options and tax advice from Danny Blum, Brittany Dodds, Colin Askew, and Louise Meng.
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