Field Fisher Waterhouse and DLA Piper have won lead roles advising on German train operator Deutsche Bahn's acquisition of UK railway group Laing Rail. The acquisition, which marks Deutsche Bahn's first foray into the UK passenger market, took place after a competitive auction process run by investment manager Henderson Equity Partners, which bought the John Laing group in 2006.Field Fisher took on its first role for Deutsche Bahn after being instructed last year through an informal selection process. The City law firm's team was led by corporate partners Nicholas Thompsell and Nigel Taylor. DLA Piper was instructed by Henderson Equity Partners and John Laing to advise on the auction.
February 06, 2008 at 10:34 PM
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Field Fisher Waterhouse and DLA Piper have won lead roles advising on German train operator Deutsche Bahn’s acquisition of UK railway group Laing Rail.
The acquisition, which marks Deutsche Bahn’s first foray into the UK passenger market, took place after a competitive auction process run by investment manager Henderson Equity Partners, which bought the John Laing group in 2006.
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