Cripps advises the shareholders of Bells Power Group Ltd on the sale of the company to US-based M.C. Dean Inc.

Cripps has advised the shareholders of Bells Power Group Ltd on the sale of the company to US-based M.C. Dean Inc.

Bells Power Group, headquartered in Kent, is a leading UK provider of integrated power solutions supporting large-scale construction and infrastructure projects in the UK and internationally.  The transaction represents the first strategic acquisition for M.C. Dean as it expands its UK and European operations in the power and electrical engineering sector.

Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean is a recognised market leader in the delivery of advanced electrical systems and integrated technologies, with particular expertise in mission-critical facilities, secure environments, and complex infrastructure projects.

Cripps advised on all legal aspects of the transaction, providing strategic input from due diligence through to completion.

Victoria Symons, partner at Cripps, said:

“We are delighted to have advised the shareholders of Bells Power Group on this significant cross-border transaction. The deal demonstrates our ability to guide clients through highly complex M&A matters involving sophisticated consideration structures, regulatory approvals, and tight completion timetables, while delivering pragmatic and commercial solutions.”

Richard Davidson, Group Finance Director and one of the majority sellers commented,

“We would like to sincerely thank Cripps for their outstanding support throughout the sale. Their calm, commercial approach and clear, practical advice made a real difference and helped us achieve a smooth and successful outcome.”

The Cripps team advising on the transaction was led by Victoria Symons, supported by Hayley West, Eleanor Thornton, Anna Drapper, Emily Bryom, Summer Gibb, and Sharni Bromfield. Crowe LLP advised the sellers on corporate finance and tax matters, while Bates Wells acted for the buyer. Additional advisers included Moore Kingston Smith, NGM Tax and Lee & Thompson.