National World to be Acquired by Media Concierge for £65m

Deal News | May 23, 2025 | Business Cloud

Leading UK media publisher National World is set to be acquired by Media Concierge, a London-based firm that already owns 27.8% of the company. The all-cash deal, valued at £65.1m, involves acquiring the remaining shares for 23p each and has received High Court approval. The acquisition will be finalized on May 27, with National World delisting from the London Stock Exchange. National World, the third largest regional publisher in the UK, will continue to operate 'business as usual' under new ownership led by Malcolm Denmark, who emphasizes Media Concierge's long-term commitment to local journalism. National World will transition into a privately owned entity. On the same day, a separate £500m deal for The Telegraph was also agreed upon.

Sectors

Media
Private Equity

Geography

United Kingdom – The acquisition involves UK-based National World, with operations and dealings primarily in the UK media market.

Industry

Media – The article centers around the acquisition of National World, a major UK media publisher, highlighting significant changes in the ownership structure within the media industry.
Private Equity – Involves a private equity firm (Media Concierge) acquiring full ownership of National World, showcasing investment strategies within media segments.

Financials

£65.1m – The total cost of acquiring the remaining shares of National World, at 23p per share.

Participants

Name	Role	Type	Description
National World	Target Company	Company	A UK-based media publisher, the third largest regional publisher in the UK.
Media Concierge	Bidding Company	Company	A London-based firm acquiring National World, already holding a 27.8% stake prior to the acquisition.
High Court of London	Approving Authority	Government	Approved the acquisition deal between Media Concierge and National World.
Malcolm Denmark	New Boss	Person	Leading the newly acquired National World under Media Concierge's ownership.