Plc company sale of United Roofing Products

Sheffield-headquartered distributor of specialist building products SIG Plc has announced the acquisition of Devon-based United Roofing Products for an undisclosed sum.

United Roofing Products manufactures metal roofing sheets, supplying direct to consumers and agricultural customers, as well as into the trade for industrial and commercial uses.

Pinsent Mason advised SIG Plc on the acquisition.

“We are delighted to have advised SIG on the strategic acquisition of United Roofing Products – an excellent team effort by all involved.” commented Philip Goldsborough, corporate partner at Pinsent Mason.

Isca Ventures advised the shareholders of United Roofing, with legal support provided by Foot Anstey.

“We have worked with the shareholders of United for a number of years, first facilitiating the buy-out of a silent shareholder.  We are delighted to act as lead advisor in the sale of the company to SIG Plc, and have no doubts the company will continue to be successful under new ownership.” added Guy Eggleton, partner at Isca Ventures. 

Our relationship with the team at Isca Ventures goes back a number of years and the firm's appointment was a natural choice. The team led our successful sale to SIG Plc and exceeded our expectations throughout. We would certainly recommend Isca Ventures to shareholders contemplating the sale of their business.

John Dominy - United Roofing Products