Posted Thursday 28th January 2021
Climate change is having a big impact on the transportation industry and as a result we are seeing some innovative start-ups developing sustainable travel solutions. What does the future of travel look like? Learn about 10 exciting alternatives to everyday transportation.
Deliveroo’s hotly anticipated IPO is currently set for April and in the meantime the company has raised $180m in a new Series H funding round. The latest investment brings Deliveroo’s valuation to over $7bn. What does the new investment mean for the delivery company?
The year has started extremely well for start-ups looking to raise finance. The number of deals are not as high as the same point in 2020 but the figures are! Who are the innovators and high-growth companies raising these mega-deals?
The start-up connects young people with companies which they then train at, alongside educational training from Multiverse. The funding round was led by General Catalyst and includes some big names. This is the UK’s largest EdTech fundraising and the founder of Multiverse is Euan Blair… the son of former Prime Minister, Tony Blair.
Iconic British bootmaker, Dr. Martens is planning a London stock offering as the strong equity markets are once again an attractive exit option. The brand has grown its revenue under current owners Permira Holdings.
Long-standing Joelson client, Proper, has sold a minority stake to private equity firm Exponent which will see the brand combined with Eat Real to form a new snacks group. This is an exciting deal for the brand which will help make healthy snacking mainstream.
Pasta Evangelists, the UK-based specialist in fresh, artisan pasta & sauces has been bought by Barilla. Joelson advised the Founders and shareholders of Pasta Evangelists on the deal that will see the current brand grow and expand.
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Joelson, the leading London law firm, has successfully advised the sellers of Pet Microchip Services Ltd (PMS) on its sale to Identi.
Joelson has advised the company and management of Addison Lee on its acquisition by ComfortDelGro, a leading multi-modal mobility operator.
