The deal, which creates a business with a GWP of more than £70 million, was agreed for an undisclosed sum.

The vendor received financial advice on the disposal by corporate finance practice Vanguard CA.

The firm’s team was led by Brian McCann, who was approached by Ajax’s board to evaluate CCV’s proposal.

McCann said his team then project managed the deal through to completion. “With the backing of CCV’s resources, Ajax is very well placed to benefit from the growth of Merseyside’s economy.”