IMS Euro Teams Up with Elysian Capital for Growth

Deal News | Apr 29, 2025 | Addleshaw Goddard

IMS Euro Teams Up with Elysian Capital for Growth

International law firm Addleshaw Goddard has played a pivotal role in advising IMS Euro Ltd, a prominent supplier of non-pharmaceutical healthcare and veterinary equipment, on its recently announced partnership with the private equity firm, Elysian Capital. Based in Stockport, IMS Euro Ltd is strategically positioning itself for expansive growth in both the UK and broader European markets. This partnership with Elysian Capital, a UK-founded PE firm investing in mid-sized companies within the UK and Ireland, will enable IMS Euro to bolster its market presence. The Addleshaw Goddard team, spearheaded by Head of Private Equity Paul Medlicott, supported by key colleagues Eleanor Chatterton, Emma Johnston, Melissa Chaplow, and Luca Batra, together with the Paris office, provided essential guidance throughout the transaction. This collaboration is anticipated to drive significant growth for IMS Euro, positioning it as a leading global supply partner within the veterinary and medical sector. IMS Euro's CEO, Sam Collard, expressed appreciation for the exceptional support and professionalism from Addleshaw Goddard, underscoring the critical role their legal expertise played in securing this partnership.

Sectors

  • Healthcare Equipment & Supplies
  • Private Equity
  • Legal Services

Geography

  • United Kingdom – Both IMS Euro Ltd and Elysian Capital are based in the UK, and the law firm Addleshaw Goddard has a significant presence there.
  • Europe – IMS Euro Ltd aims to expand both in the UK and EU markets. Additionally, Addleshaw Goddard's Paris office was involved in advising on the deal.

Industry

  • Healthcare Equipment & Supplies – The article discusses IMS Euro Ltd, a company specializing in healthcare and veterinary equipment.
  • Private Equity – Elysian Capital is a private equity firm involved in the partnership with IMS Euro Ltd.
  • Legal Services – Addleshaw Goddard, a law firm, advised on the transaction.

Financials

  • Not Disclosed – The financial terms of the partnership between IMS Euro Ltd and Elysian Capital were not disclosed.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
IMS Euro LtdTarget CompanyCompanyA Stockport-based supplier of healthcare and veterinary equipment, focusing on non-pharmaceutical products.
Elysian CapitalPrivate Equity FirmCompanyA UK-based private equity firm investing in mid-sized UK & Ireland headquartered companies.
Addleshaw GoddardLegal AdvisorCompanyAn international law firm that advised IMS Euro Ltd on its partnership with Elysian Capital.