Clifford Chance (CC), Sullivan & Cromwell and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer have landed roles on one of the largest private equity deals to take place this year – the £1.6bn acquisition of Expro International by a Candover-led consortium.

CC has the lead role for longstanding client Candover, with the magic circle law firm’s team headed by London corporate partners Adam Signy and Kem Ihenacho.