AAB Retains Position As Leading Financial Adviser In Scottish M&A Activity

AAB, a leading Professional Services firm across the UK and Ireland has been recognised as the top financial adviser for M&A activity in Scotland, according to Experian’s United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland M&A Review.

The review, which ranks financial advisers for deals by volume, revealed that AAB retained its top position in Scotland.

Further bolstering its success, AAB’s Corporate Finance (CF) team has been shortlisted for both the Corporate Finance Team of the Year 2024 and the Transaction Services Team of the Year 2024 at Insider Media’s prestigious Dealmakers Awards.

With M&A activity in Scotland on the rise—particularly in the Industrial, Professional Services, and Energy sectors—AAB has continued to leverage its strong market position, advising on a diverse range of deals across sectors including Agriculture, Automotive, Hospitality, Healthcare, Industrial, Logistics, Energy, and Technology.

Gordon Steele, Head of Corporate Finance commented on the achievements: “We are immensely proud of our Corporate Finance team. Being shortlisted for two Dealmakers Awards and named as the top financial adviser for M&A activity in Scotland is a tremendous honour. This recognition reflects the dedication and expertise of our talented team, who have navigated a challenging M&A landscape with resilience and commitment.

“Despite the hurdles, we have been fortunate to collaborate with thriving businesses, delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our team consistently finds innovative ways to structure and execute deals that create real value. Conversations with prospects and fellow advisors reinforce our optimism for continued growth in transaction activity as we look ahead to 2025 and beyond.”

With its eye firmly on future opportunities, we remain at the forefront of the Scottish M&A landscape, setting the standard for excellence and ambition in deal-making.