La Salle complete multimillion pound paper rolls deal

Aerial view of a white-roofed building in a suburban area with the Premier Vanguard logo overlayed.
La Salle Corporate are delighted to have advised on the sale of Premier Vanguard, the country’s largest independent manufacturer of paper rolls, to EVO Group of Companies. 

Bradford-based Premier Vanguard employs around 80 staff and has annual sales of more than £20 million ($26 million). It has been enjoying strong double-digit growth recently as it has developed specialised offerings for verticals such as retail, healthcare and hospitality, making it one of the strongest suppliers of GNFR (goods not for resale) in the UK.

Matt Dillon, Partner at La Salle, who led the deal, commented: 

“It was a pleasure to work with John & Dominic. The strategic fit with EVO was evident from the first meeting and the deal provided individual exit strategies for John and Dominic. I wish them both all the best in the future and every success with Premier Vanguard”. 

Co-Directors John Clemie and Dominic De Luca said: 

“We feel that the time is right for Premier Vanguard to enter into a new phase and this transaction will strengthen our ability to drive the excellent diversification course we have proved successful at over the past 12 years. We are excited to be part of a larger group and look forward to the new opportunities this will bring us.”

Dominic also added:

“Matt has been absolutely critical to the success of this sale. His ability to steer you through the very choppy waters that any deal will bring is, to me, essential for anyone about to embark on this process. I would recommend Matt wholeheartedly and be happy to speak on his behalf. "

EVO Group CEO Steve Haworth added: 

“This acquisition is a good fit with our strategy and will bring a wealth of opportunities to both EVO and Premier Vanguard. Premier Vanguard will continue to run as an independent group company alongside VOW”.

More News & Deals...

By Mark Whiteside • October 28, 2026
UK Professional Services, Selective Capital and Sustained Demand for Quality
By Mark Whiteside • October 20, 2026
Learn insights from boutique M&A advisors on personal business sales & team welfare. Contact us for expert guidance.
By Mark Whiteside • October 13, 2026
Buyer demand, tax rules, and exit routes are all shifting. Learn what is changing for UK owner-managed businesses and how to plan around it.
By Mark Whiteside • October 7, 2026
La Salle advised Mulberry Bush Nursery Group on securing investment from Foresight Group to support growth in the North.
By Mark Whiteside • October 6, 2026
Learn key lessons for selling your business, including financing costs & preparation. Contact us for expert guidance today!
By Mark Whiteside • September 30, 2026
UK Software M&A. Steadier Deal Flow and Sharper Buyer Scrutiny
By Mark Whiteside • September 28, 2026
Learn how proposed Capital Gains Tax changes may affect your business sale. Prepare with expert M&A advice today!
By Mark Whiteside • September 22, 2026
Most guidance starts at Heads of Terms. Learn what happens in the months before, from teaser to exclusivity, and where a seller's leverage is built.
By Mark Whiteside • September 15, 2026
Understand what makes a transaction smooth or painful. Prepare effectively for your M&A journey. Contact us for expert guidance!
Show More

Our 'Focus On' Resource Series...

Sailboat on calm pink water at sunset, with a distant shoreline and soft sky reflection
By Mark Whiteside • January 9, 2018
Understand key factors in selling your business, including timing & valuation. Get tailored advice from expert M&A advisors.
Person in a blue plaid shirt sitting on a log in a wooded area.
By Mark Whiteside • January 8, 2018
Understand key pre-sale considerations for selling your business. Prepare effectively with expert M&A guidance for better outcomes.
Close-up of interlocking metal gears with silver teeth and dark circular holes
By Mark Whiteside • January 7, 2018
Learn proper business valuation methods for M&A advisors. Enhance your strategy with insights on key value drivers and buyer perceptions.
Rowing boat viewed from above gliding through dark rippled water
By Mark Whiteside • January 6, 2018
Learn how Private Equity can enhance your business growth. Contact La Salle for expert M&A advisory services today!
Upward view of glass skyscrapers converging around a dark sky bridge
By Mark Whiteside • January 5, 2018
Understand trade buyers' role in M&A. Get expert guidance for successful transactions. Contact La Salle Corporate today!
Close-up of a gray audio mixer panel with an illuminated yellow mute button and red indicator lights
By Mark Whiteside • January 4, 2018
Explore La Salle Corporate's off-market M&A advisory services for lower mid-market businesses. Contact us for a tailored approach today!
Close-up of scattered jigsaw puzzle pieces on a dark surface, with a shallow depth of field.
By Mark Whiteside • January 3, 2018
Learn how La Salle Corporate customizes deal structures in M&A. Contact us for tailored strategies that meet your goals.
Two people sitting outdoors at sunset, one gesturing while facing the lake and trees.
By Mark Whiteside • January 2, 2018
Master negotiation in M&A with La Salle Corporate. Get expert guidance to secure favorable deals and maintain buyer relationships.
Magnifying glass focusing sunlight to ignite a match on a wooden surface
By Mark Whiteside • January 1, 2018
Understand the due diligence process in M&A. Get expert guidance from La Salle Corporate for a smooth transaction.