Gilbert + Tobin and A&O Shearman have advised on Anchorage Capital Partners’ investment in HMA Group, which was implemented by way of a Scheme of Arrangement.

The transaction involved acquisition financing structured to support both the public-to-private transaction and HMA Group’s ongoing growth strategy.

Founded in 1966, HMA Group is a diversified engineering solutions provider servicing the industrial, mining and infrastructure sectors across Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, and South Africa. The business operates across six business units spanning manufacturing and distribution-led operations.

Gilbert + Tobin advised Anchorage Capital Partners on its investment in HMA Group and on the provision of syndicated debt facilities supporting the transaction and HMA Group’s ongoing capital requirements.

The Gilbert + Tobin team was led by Partner Gail Christopher, with support from Callum Hinwood and Olivia Tabbernal.

A&O Shearman advised the lenders on the debt financing supporting Anchorage Capital Partners’ investment in HMA Group.

The A&O Shearman team was led by Marnie Fels, with support from Michael Parshall, Nick Koutsoukos, and Laura Coop.