Stark Software Gains New Investor with Macquarie Partnership
Deal News | Jan 17, 2025 | Osborne Clarke

Osborne Clarke, an international legal firm, has successfully advised Stark Software International and its shareholders, including BGF, on the sale of a minority interest to Macquarie while ensuring re-investment from BGF. Stark Software is a prominent UK-based company specializing in energy data management, analytics, and infrastructure services for the non-domestic market, striving to boost energy efficiency and facilitate energy transition across the UK. The Osborne Clarke team, led by experts Alistair Francis and Leanne Wright, provided extensive legal support to Stark's management and BGF. The transaction resulted in Macquarie partnering with Stark Software, where the Stark family retained the majority shareholding. This deal signifies another strategic investment by BGF, who initially invested in Stark back in March 2021. Osborne Clarke's Private Equity team continues to stand out for their expertise in the energy infrastructure and technology sectors, providing advisory services at all stages of company development.
Sectors
- Energy Data and Analytics
- Private Equity and Investment
- Legal Advisory
Geography
- United Kingdom – Stark Software International is a UK-based company, and the transaction was conducted within the UK's legal framework.
Industry
- Energy Data and Analytics – Stark Software operates within the energy data and analytics industry, offering services to help customers manage their energy usage efficiently.
- Private Equity and Investment – The transaction involves investment activities by Macquarie and re-investment by BGF, which are key elements of the private equity industry.
- Legal Advisory – Osborne Clarke provided legal advisory services, which is crucial for structuring and executing investment deals.
Financials
- Minority Interest Sale – The transaction involved the sale of a minority interest in Stark Software to Macquarie.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Stark Software International (Holdings) Ltd | Target | Company | A leading energy data, analytics, and infrastructure services company in the UK. |
BGF (Business Growth Fund) | Selling Company (Vendor) | Company | An investment company that reinvested and holds shares in Stark Software. |
Macquarie | Bidding Company (Buyer) | Company | An investment firm that acquired a minority stake in Stark Software. |
Osborne Clarke | Legal Advisor | Company | An international legal practice advising on the transaction. |
Joel Stark | Executive Chairman | Person | Executive Chairman of Stark Software International. |