RSM UK has provided advisory support on the sale of Swift Aerospace to Clarendon Specialty Fasteners, a business owned by Diploma.
The deal brings together two companies engaged in supplying approved fasteners and hardware for the aerospace sector.
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Swift Aerospace distributes specialist fasteners and hardware internationally, serving original equipment manufacturers for more than 30 years.
The company operates in the UK, Europe and Asia, and is claimed to be a distributor of specialised and “hard-to- source” components.
Swift Aerospace former owner Rupert Gerber commented: “I’m incredibly proud of what we have achieved over the last 33 years and look forward to seeing all that the business achieves moving forward.
“I would like to thank RSM’s Deals team for their expert guidance and tenacity during the transaction. Their support was valuable, and played an important role in helping achieve a successful outcome.”
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By GlobalDataClarendon Specialty Fasteners, based in Royal Wootton Bassett, supplies fastening systems to manufacturers in aerospace, defence and motorsport industries.
Its parent company Diploma is listed on the FTSE 100 Index and has a workforce of 3,400 across 17 businesses in regions including the US, Canada, UK, Europe and Australia.
Following this transaction, the combined entity intends to offer a wider product portfolio, strengthen supply-chain stability and enhance international service reach.
The advisory role was undertaken by RSM UK for Swift Aerospace owner Rupert Gerber.
The team at RSM UK was led by deal services partner Ian Wherry and director David Rowlinson, along with Grace Cox, Tom Faulks and Lewis Dyer.
Wherry said: “Swift Aerospace is a high-quality business with an excellent reputation in the global aerospace market. Its integration into Clarendon and the wider Diploma group creates a strong platform for continued growth, and we are pleased to have supported the shareholder in achieving a successful outcome.
“We’re delighted to have been able to support Swift Aerospace throughout the transaction, and wish the team all the best as they embark on this new chapter of accelerated growth in the aerospace market.”
