M&A Activity

Autosports Group completed acquisition of Phillip, ACT property for $16.2 million

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Autosports Group in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Oceania, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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Host-Plus, a major superannuation fund, has become a substantial holder in Downer EDI with a stake of 6.25%, triggering mandatory disclosure. This indicates either accumulating passive investment or precursor activity to potential influence or acquisition interest.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Downer EDI in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Oceania, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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SoftBank Group completed acquisition of DigitalBridge for $3.1 billion in all-stock deal. DigitalBridge will operate as separate platform under current CEO Marc Ganzi. Deal announced 10 months prior; consolidation begins 30 September 2026.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For SoftBank Group in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Asia, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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KKB Engineering secured a RM517 million contract from the Malaysian government (via Recoda) for the Samalaju Phase 2 water supply infrastructure project in Sarawak under the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy initiative. 36-month completion period.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For KKB Engineering Bhd in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Asia, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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Hextar Capital's subsidiary Legacy Core secured a RM60 million road upgrading subcontract in Sibu, Sarawak from main contractor Doland (M) Sdn Bhd. Contract runs October 2026 to February 2029 for the Jalan Oya project, including road works, drainage and services relocation.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Hextar Capital Bhd in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Asia, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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IOI Properties acquired full ownership of Shenton House in Singapore through RM696.43 million acquisition of Shenton 101 Pte Ltd. Company plans to redevelop the 25-storey commercial building into a 35-storey mixed-use development with estimated gross development value of S$1.61 billion. Redevelopment expected to commence H1 2027, completing Q4 2031.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For IOI Properties Group Bhd in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Asia, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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Toys"R"Us Asia signed a definitive agreement to transfer Toys"R"Us Japan business to Pan Pacific International Holdings Group (PPIH), a subsidiary company.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Toys"R"Us Asia in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Asia, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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Northern Japan banks announced the initiation of merger talks, signaling consolidation activity in the regional banking sector.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Northern Japan banks (unnamed) in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Asia, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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Hampiðjan completed acquisition of 75.1% stake in Indian nets and cables company Kohinoor Ropes in early 2025, with performance-based earnout payments triggered by EBITDA targets over first two post-acquisition years.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Hampiðjan in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Asia, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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MAG is acquiring Sepang Aircraft Engineering (SAE) from Airbus SE to expand its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities. Deal signed, completion targeted for 2027 subject to regulatory approval.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Malaysia Aviation Group Bhd (MAG) in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across Asia, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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Belgian government considering alternatives to Dutch Damen's delayed ASW frigate project; actively evaluating Italian Fincantieri FREMM EVO and French Naval Group FDI as replacements due to Damen delivery delays (now 2033 vs. original 2025 expectation). Belgium seeking interim solutions or permanent alternative suppliers.

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Damen in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across EMEA, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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Wendel completed the sale of Stahl to Henkel

Leadership read: Consolidation shifts the leadership question from growth to integration. For Wendel in the sector, the demand moves toward transformation and integration leaders who can merge teams, systems and cultures without losing momentum. Across EMEA, watch whether the integration is properly resourced; deals are won or lost the year after they close.

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