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South East Tuesday 1 March 2022

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TOP STORY Takeover approach for Oxford Instruments A takeover approach has been made for Oxford Instruments by a long-established listed counterpart based in Surrey. Oxford Instruments said it would be minded to recommend the proposal to shareholders if firmed up into a formal offer. Read More

DEALS Private equity-backed data centre firm expands with acquisition A Maidenhead-based provider of data centre and cloud infrastructure has expanded with the acquisition of a Reading business. Read More Investors set sights on Haleon GlaxoSmithKline has formally introduced its new healthcare spinout – Haleon – to investors ahead of a demerger planned for later in the year. Read More Electronics supplier acquired in private equity-backed MBO Electronics business Easby Group has undergone a management buyout (MBO) worth £24m, in a deal backed by NVM Private Equity. Read More Waterstones to acquire Blackwell’s Blackwell's, an academic and specialist bookseller with sites across the UK, has been acquired after 143 years of family ownership. Read More

PROPERTY Green Park Station nears completion Work on Green Park Station in Reading is nearing completion. Read More Revenues rise at Vail Williams despite challenging year Property consultancy Vail Williams has posted a rise in revenue and been buoyed by continued growth despite having to navigate a challenging year. Read More

BUSINESS Zizzi deal tops off record year for Nim’s A Kent-based air-dried fruit crisp manufacturer has enjoyed a record year after its diversification plans landed a major deal with Italian restaurant chain Zizzi. Read More Senior appointment at Bruton Knowles Chartered surveyor firm Bruton Knowles has appointed a senior surveyor. Read More Strong start for commercial vehicle production UK commercial vehicle production grew during January but remained below pre-pandemic levels, according to the latest figures. Read More

UPCOMING EVENTS 7 Apr Insider South East Dealmakers Awards 2022 14 Jul Insider South East Property Awards 2022 15 Sep Insider Thames Valley Dealmakers Awards 2022 17 Nov Insider Made in the South East Awards 2022

SERVICES & GUIDES Corporate Finance Directory Find an adviser to help you buy, sell or invest in a business. Read More Best Places to Meet The region's top places to hold events, conferences and meetings. Read More

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