Case Studies
Explore DLI case studies showcasing the expertise behind successful outcomes.
Strategic fit delivered the right exit.
South African commercial kitchen and refrigeration manufacturer sold to a strategic acquirer.
Succession became a value driver.
A founder transitioned leadership years before exit, creating a business buyers could back with confidence.
ESG risk became a competitive advantage.
A coal-sector business overcame ESG concerns through targeted buyer positioning and a structured sale process.
International acquirer delivers growth.
South African software company sold to a UK-based acquirer with a global growth strategy
Strategic investment unlocks next phase of growth.
Industrial group secured a strategic investment that delivered shareholder liquidity and the next phase of growth
Waiting too long cost the deal.
A business missed its opportunity to sell at a significant premium when it waited too long and market demand shifted.
A transaction that protected legacy and long-term value.
DLI facilitated corporate restructuring, regulatory approvals and W&I insurance to enable a multi-layered deal.
Why a specialist M&A advisor matters
The sale of a South African industrial minerals distribution business whose owner had spent several years trying to sell independently.
Turning complexity into confidence
The sale of a South African industrial minerals distribution business whose owner had spent several years trying to sell independently.