Moss Expands Footprint with Rocket Graphics Acquisition
Deal News | Mar 05, 2025 | Burges Salmon
Chicago-based Moss, a producer of premium graphics and structures, has acquired Rocket Graphics, a UK-based large-format printer, enhancing its presence in the UK. This acquisition marks the third deal for Moss in just 16 months, following their acquisition of Macro Art in December 2023. The expansion into the UK aims to boost Moss' capabilities and service offerings, spearheaded by Moss UK's Managing Director Michael Green. The acquisition deal was advised by independent UK law firm Burges Salmon, enhancing Moss’ European operational footprint with legal guidance from partners and associates intimately familiar with targeted UK investments. The investment funds backing Moss are managed by EagleTree Capital, a New York-based private equity firm.
Sectors
- Creative Industry
- Private Equity
- Legal Services
Geography
- United Kingdom – Rocket Graphics is a UK-based company, and the acquisition marks a significant expansion of Moss' presence in the UK market.
- United States – Moss, a Chicago-based company, is expanding its global footprint under the guidance of EagleTree Capital, a New York-based PE firm.
Industry
- Creative Industry – Both Moss and Rocket Graphics operate within the creative sector, focusing on premium graphics, custom installations, and event branding solutions.
- Private Equity – The acquisition was facilitated by investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital, indicating involvement of the private equity sector.
- Legal Services – Burges Salmon provided legal advisory services for the acquisition, highlighting the legal services sector's role in M&A activities.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moss | Acquirer | Company | Chicago-based company that produces premium graphics, complex structures, and custom installations for branded experiences. |
| Rocket Graphics | Target | Company | UK-based large format printer serving creative agencies and live event organisers. |
| EagleTree Capital | Investor | Company | New York-based private equity firm managing investment funds backing Moss. |
| Burges Salmon | Legal Advisor | Company | Independent UK law firm providing legal advice to Moss for the acquisition. |
| Andrew Mills | Lead Partner | Person | Partner at Burges Salmon who led the corporate and M&A team advising on the acquisition. |
| Michael Green | Managing Director | Person | Managing Director of Moss UK who will lead the combined business. |
| Tim Porter | Group Account Director | Person | Co-founder of Rocket Graphics who joins the senior management team post-acquisition. |