United Glass Group (UGG), an independent UK glass merchants and processor group, has acquired London Architectural Glass (LAG), a supplier of bespoke architectural glass to premium residential, educational and heritage projects throughout the UK. UGG received £4.5m towards the acquisition from Duke Royalty Limited, a provider of alternative capital solutions and an existing partner.
Mark Harrison, CEO of UGG, said: “LAG represents UGG’s fourth acquisition. I am delighted to be able to bring such a well-managed and successful business inside the UGG group.”
Jamie Partington, a partner at the legal firm Higgs and Sons, which led on the transaction, said: “We have had a long and successful relationship with United Glass Group and were delighted to assist on this latest deal.” Jamie was supported by Higgs and Sons colleagues Damian Beard, Craig Thomas and Nathan Gray. Iain Wright, of Claritas Tax, provided tax advisory services. Mark described the firm’s service as outstanding throughout the acquisition process. www.higgsandsons.co.uk
