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Marc was editor of GrowthBusiness from 2006 to 2010. He specialised in writing about entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital, mid-market M&A, small caps and high-growth businesses.

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Aegis buys into Brazil

A London-based marketing giant has strengthened its operations in Latin America after buying a company in Brazil.

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Hire Station adds tools of the trade

Vp plc, a Yorkshire-based equipment rental specialist listed on London’s main market has plied more than £650,000 into the acquisitions of two UK hire businesses.

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Promotion Space acquires Brandspace

A Cheshire-based company which organises promotions in shopping centres across the UK has acquired a rival business.

Legislation and Regulation

Making directors liable

Most directors believe that a limited company does what it says on the tin: in other words, they do not expect to be held personally liable for the company's misdemeanours.

News

Merlin Entertainments buys London Aquarium

In today's deal headlines amusement park operator Merlin Entertainments has bought London Aquarium, as Hydro International plc purchases US rival, Eutek Systems

Entrepreneurs

James Butterfield

James Butterfield is a serial investor in fast-growth companies. He has over 25 years’ experience advising small and medium-sized businesses on a range of activities, from stock market listings to mergers and acquisitions and fundraising

News

Balfour Beatty makes airport bid

An engineering, construction and investment group is to add a second airport to its business after agreeing a £14 million deal.

Entrepreneurs

Graham Parr – Splashing the cash at Pontins

Graham Parr and his rise from Bluecoat to the boardroom at Pontin's. By Mark Dunne.

PR and Marketing Strategy

Redefine your market

Three owner-managers including Richard Haddon, chief executive of AIM-listed facilities management company Fountains, explain how they grew sales by reaching out to new customers.

News

Oxford Capital launches new fund

Venture capitalist Oxford Capital has launched its fifth fund, which will invest in the healthcare, sustainability and communications sectors.

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Insolvencies leading to buy-out bargains

Latest statistics from the Insolvency Service reveal that the number of companies being forced into administration or receivership by their creditors has soared.

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ECI backs digital buy-out

A digital media group that supports Orange, William Hill and Sony has been valued at £45.5 million after its chief executive led a buy-out of the business.