Kain Lawyers advised Lighthouse Industries as they welcome five new companies to its energy infrastructure services portfolio

Kain Lawyers is pleased to have advised Lighthouse Industries (a subsidiary of Symphony Infrastructure Partners) on its acquisition of RJE Global Pty Ltd, Catalpa Group, Energy3 Limited and Clutch. These acquisitions continue Lighthouse’s mission to accelerate the energy transition to renewables, building a world class energy infrastructure services group. The Kain Lawyers deal team advising Lighthouse Industries on these acquisitions is being led by James Burchnall and Sam Christie, with assistance from several team members including Alyce Ricciardi, Brian Vuong, Sarah Chia, Jason Vernik, Travis Cordingley, Anna Wroe, Navar Amici, Sasha Murray, Michael Cook, Lachlan Smith, Gemma Kerin, Sophia Laparidis, Jaspreet Kaur and Dan Wood.

Richard Phillips, CEO of Lighthouse Industries stated: “We are delighted to welcome these outstanding business partners to Lighthouse Industries. Together we have a capable 1000+ professional workforce to design, manufacture, construct, operate and maintain critical energy infrastructure”.

“A big thank you to James, Sam, and the entire Kains team! Your blend of professional discipline and urgency was instrumental in helping us navigate multiple transactions simultaneously. Truly appreciated!”

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Kain Lawyers advised Symphony on its $488 million Series-A financing round

Kain Lawyers is pleased to have advised Symphony Infrastructure Partners on its $488 million Series-A financing round, together with Allens and Lazard Australia. The funding marks a significant milestone for Symphony, enabling it to complete the acquisition of five new portfolio companies, establishing one of Australia’s leading independent energy infrastructure services platforms. The Kain Lawyers deal team advising Symphony on the financing round and associated M&A transactions is being led by James Burchnall and Sam Christie, with assistance from several team members including Alyce Ricciardi, Brian Vuong, Sarah Chia, Jason Vernik, Travis Cordingley, Anna Wroe, Navar Amici, Sasha Murray, Michael Cook, Lachlan Smith, Gemma Kerin, Sophia Laparidis, Jaspreet Kaur and Dan Wood. hashtagtransactionspecialists https://lnkd.in/g6uNRYZP

Kain Lawyers advised EVP on new Opportunities Fund

Kain Lawyers is pleased to have advised EVP on the recent launch of their open-ended, evergreen ‘Opportunities Fund’, which will make growth stage investments in Australian and New Zealand software businesses. The Kain Lawyers deal team was led by Brendan Ivers and David Mitchell with assistance from Navar Amici and Rocco Ierace. Congratulations to the EVP team. transactionspecialists
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Kain Lawyers advised CIM in the extension of their partnership with Liverty Housing

Kain Lawyers is pleased to announce its role as legal adviser to Conscious Investment Management (CIM) in the extension of their partnership with leading specialist disability accommodation (SDA) service provider and registered charity, Liverty Housing. In partnership with Liverty Housing, CIM’s dedicated SDA fund provided financing for the acquisition of an additional 44 new SDA dwellings. Kain Lawyers Director Brian Vuong who led the transaction said, “We are delighted to have advised CIM on all aspects of this transaction with Liverty Housing, underpinned by the acquisition of a portfolio of SDA dwellings in underserved areas. This ongoing partnership will help to ensure the delivery of much-needed high-quality, long-term accommodation and support for tenants with disabilities.” Kain Lawyers advised CIM on the structured financing provided by its dedicated SDA fund, incorporating equity capital from value-aligned investors and a new senior debt facility provided by the National Australia Bank (NAB). The firm also advised CIM on property aspects of the transaction and bespoke commercial arrangements with Liverty Housing. CIM has partnered with Liverty Housing and has been investing in the SDA sector since February 2020. This latest transaction will result in the partnership having financed 116 SDA dwellings and 11 overnight support assistance dwellings.

Ahrens acquires Safety Steel Structures

Kain Lawyers is pleased to have advised Ahrens on their acquisition of Victorian-based business, Safety Steel Structures. The strategic acquisition solidifies Ahrens’ position as leaders in Rural Infrastructure and complements their existing manufacturing sites located nationally. The Kain Lawyers deal team was led by Tim Hall with assistance from Tyson Brazel. Congratulations to all involved. transactionspecialists https://lnkd.in/gPYjBVCS

Journey Beyond acquires Vintage Rail Journeys

Kain Lawyers is pleased to have advised Journey Beyond on their recent acquisition of Vintage Rail Journeys. The strategic acquisition complements Journey Beyond’s existing portfolio of iconic Australian train experiences including The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland. The Kain Lawyers deal team was led by Michael Chrisohoou with assistance from Tyson Brazel. Congratulations to all involved. hashtagtransactionspecialists

Kain Lawyers advised Shaw and Partners and Canaccord Genuity Australia on Peninsula Energy Limited’s Capital Raise

Kain Lawyers is pleased to have advised the joint lead managers and underwriters, Shaw and Partners and Canaccord Genuity Australia, in respect of Peninsula Energy Limited’s recent $105.9m placement and accelerated non-renounceable entitlement offer. The capital raise will put Peninsula Energy Limited in a strong financial position to complete key development and construction activities at Lance, Wyoming, USA, with the project on track for commissioning in late 2024. Strong demand and support from both new and existing global institutional and sophisticated investors was received under the institutional offer, with the retail entitlement offer to follow over the coming weeks. The Kain Lawyers deal team was led by John Kain and Alyce Ricciardi with assistance from Sophia Laparidis and Jeremy Harford. Congratulations to all involved. transactionspecialists

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Nash Advisory & Capital invests in National Windscreens

Kain Lawyers is pleased to have advised Nash Advisory & Capital on its investment in windscreen repair and replacement business National Windscreens. This investment marks Nash Growth Fund 1’s official launch – an inaugural investment fund that Nash hopes will represent the first of many funds under the Nash Capital brand. The Kain Lawyers deal team was led by Michael Garry and Stefan Harris. Congratulations to all involved. #transactionspecialists
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Jazwares acquires Big Balloon

Kain Lawyers is proud to have advised Jazwares on its acquisition of Big Balloon, which is a leading Australian full-service toy distributor. Jazwares is the world’s fastest-growing toy company and is a Florida-headquartered subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK).

The Kain Lawyers deal team was led by Jacob Thomas with assistance from Navar Amici (corporate), Stuart Jackson (Property) and Dan Wood (Corporate). Congratulations to all involved. #transactionspecialists

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