Capital markets – recent deals
Our specialist capital markets team supports companies listing on a range of domestic and international markets including the London Stock Exchange Main Market, AIM, AQUIS, NASDAQ & OTC, ASX and TSX & TSX-V.
Over the past three years, we have supported over 40 businesses in a variety of transactions leading to a public listing. To find out more about the companies we have supported in 2024, read our Deals Review H1 2024. A selection of more recent deals are summarised below:
Pathfinder Minerals plc
Supports acquisition of Rome Resources Ltd and re-admission to AIM
“The management of Pathfinder are grateful for the support and expertise of the PKF Littlejohn team with our complex reverse takeover that involved Canadian, Congolese and UK jurisdictional matters combined with AIM re-admission and a fundraise. We look forward to continuing our relationship with PKF going forward as Rome Resources.”
Paul Barrett
CFO
Pathfinder Minerals plc
Paul Barrett
CFO
Pathfinder Minerals plc
Altona Rare Earths Plc
Supports publication of prospectus and issue of new shares to LSE
"We would like to extend our sincere thanks to PKF for their assistance in preparing our prospectus. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and adaptability to evolving requirements were extremely helpful.”
Louise Adrian
CFO
Altona Rare Earths Plc
Louise Adrian
CFO
Altona Rare Earths Plc
Graft Polymer (UK) Plc
Supports secondary placing in connection with prospectus
“I was thoroughly pleased with the PKF Littlejohn team for their role as the reporting accountant on the prospectus of Graft Polymer Plc. PKF provided exceptional guidance and advice, responding quickly to questions and offering timely solutions. I look forward to collaborating with their team as we continue our journey.”
Yifat Steuer
CFO
Graft Polymer (UK) Plc
Yifat Steuer
CFO
Graft Polymer (UK) Plc
Mustang Energy Plc
Supports re-admission to Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and the acquisition
“We were highly impressed with the PKF Littlejohn team for their work as the reporting accountant on the prospectus used for our takeover of Cykel AI plc. Their significant expertise and dedicated support were crucial in achieving a successful transaction and we valued their contribution.”
Dean L Gallegos
Managing Director
Mustang Energy Plc
Dean L Gallegos
Managing Director
Mustang Energy Plc
Ondo InsurTech plc
Supports Ondo InsurTech plc in connection with prospectus and Open Offer
“Ondo InsurTech plc completed a successful Placing and Open offer which is another step in Ondo’s growth story with new funding to be deployed for targeted expansion in the USA , UK and Nordics. The Transaction Services team at PKF led by Joseph Baulf was professional, pragmatic, and commercial in their approach which enabled this transaction to be completed within the required tight timescales.”
Kevin Withington
Chief Financial Officer
Ondo Insurtech plc
Kevin Withington
Chief Financial Officer
Ondo Insurtech plc
Electric Guitar PLC
Supports acquisition of 3radical Limited and admission to AIM
"We were very pleased with the Capital Markets team at PKF on our admission to AIM. As a fast-growing technology company with an ambitious buy-and-build agenda, we wanted to work with a reporting accountant with significant experience in Capital Markets. We value the support PKF Littlejohn provided in meeting our aspirations for the listing, and look forward to working with them in the future.”
Richard Horwood
COO
Electric Guitar PLC
Richard Horwood
COO
Electric Guitar PLC
Helix Exploration PLC
Supports admission to AIM
“We were delighted to have had the Capital Markets team of PKF Littlejohn as part of our team producing the highly successful IPO of Helix Exploration. As market demand escalated PKF were able to work with speed and accuracy against accelerated timelines – assisting with the delivery of an over-subscribed listing, on time and in budget.”
David Minchin
Executive Chairman
Helix Exploration PLC
David Minchin
Executive Chairman
Helix Exploration PLC
European Green Transition plc
Supports admission to AIM
“EGT would like to thank the PKF Transaction Services team for the exceptional service provided as part of our £6.4m fundraise and IPO of European Green Transition plc on AIM. The PKF team supported us throughout the entire project, providing excellent technical and commercial advice while meeting all project timelines and responding to all our questions in a timely manner. We look forward to continuing our relationship with PKF going forward.”
Jack Kelly
CFO
European Green Transition plc
Jack Kelly
CFO
European Green Transition plc
Location Sciences
Supports acquisition of Sorted Holdings Limited and re-admission to AIM
“Today’s fundraise and AIM listing marks another exciting stage in Sorted’s journey, as we continue our mission of bringing ecommerce retailers of all sizes confidence in every delivery, every time. PKF was instrumental in the commercial due diligence of this process, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration in the future.”
Simon Wilkinson
Chairman
Sorted Group Holdings Plc
Simon Wilkinson
Chairman
Sorted Group Holdings Plc
Great Southern Copper plc
Supports admission to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange
We are delighted to have supported Great Southern Copper plc on their admission to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.
Semper Fortis Esports Plc
Supports acquisition and re-admission to the AQSE Growth Market
“We were very happy with the work from the Capital Markets team at PKF who assisted us with our admission to the AQSE Growth Market. They were incredibly thorough and communicated well with us throughout the whole process. Their efforts while working with our team are much appreciated.”
Charlie Chadd
CEO
GL Membership Limited
Charlie Chadd
CEO
GL Membership Limited
Chill Brands Group plc
Supports admission of new ordinary shares to the Main Market
“It was great working with the Capital Markets team at PKF on the completion of our secondary prospectus. They were extremely pragmatic in supporting our complex business, balancing their work as reporting accountants with a high degree of commerciality. We are grateful for the hard work and support of PKF Littlejohn in helping us to meet our objectives.”
Callum Sommerton
CEO
Chill Brands Group plc
Callum Sommerton
CEO
Chill Brands Group plc
SigmaRoc plc
Supports acquisition and admission to AIM
“This was the third RTO that PKF have supported us on and was by far the most complex and challenging. The team at PKF delivered once again, overcoming multiple timetable and structure changes, amongst other unforeseen hurdles. PKF work with us to achieve what needs to be done in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible.”
Garth Palmer
CFO
SigmaRoc plc
Garth Palmer
CFO
SigmaRoc plc
Kavango Resources PLC
Support in connection with prospectus
Kavango would like to thank the Capital Markets team at PKF for their assistance provided in connection with the production of a Prospectus for our recent £6m raise on the LSE. PKF Littlejohn, and in particular Jack Devlin, proved responsive in meeting deadlines for this, leading to a successful conclusion to the transaction.
Brett Grist
COO
Kavango Resources PLC
Brett Grist
COO
Kavango Resources PLC
Stranger Holdings plc
Acquisition and re-admission to the Main Market
We are delighted to have supported Stranger Holdings plc on their acquisition of Desert Star Trading 130 Proprietary Limited and re-admission to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.
Tribe Technology PLC
Admission to AIM
“Tribe Tech’s successful fundraise and listing on AIM are a major milestone on our journey to develop the world’s first autonomous RC Drill Rig. PKF were a valuable partner in the listing process, providing us with guidance and practical advice. Most importantly they were a pleasure to work with. We look forward to continuing the relationship with PKF as our auditors going forward.”
Eric Hampel
CFO
Tribe Technology PLC
Eric Hampel
CFO
Tribe Technology PLC
RegTech Open Project plc
Admission to the Main Market
“PKF provided exceptional guidance and advice as RegTech Open Project plc embarked on its Direct Listing. They were quick in responding to questions and pragmatic and timely in finding solutions. We look forward to working with the team as we begin life as a listed business.”
Ian Halliday-Pegg
CEO
RegTech Open Project plc
Ian Halliday-Pegg
CEO
RegTech Open Project plc
Predator Oil & Gas Holdings Plc
Publication of Prospectus and successful Placing
“The completion of the fundraise comes at a pivotal time in the development of Predators portfolio of assets. We appreciate the pragmatic and efficient support PKF provided throughout the transaction and look forward to working with them in the future.”
Paul Griffiths
Executive Chairman
Predator Oil & Gas Holdings Plc
Paul Griffiths
Executive Chairman
Predator Oil & Gas Holdings Plc
Metals One Plc
Admission to AIM
“PKF’s patience and guidance during our AIM IPO has been greatly appreciated, particularly their flexibility as the deal structures of assets we acquired evolved during the process. Metals One looks forward to continuing to work with PKF as a listed business focussing on defining critical mineral resources for the energy transition.”
Daniel Maling
CFO & Founder
Metals One Plc
Daniel Maling
CFO & Founder
Metals One Plc
Altona Rare Earths Plc
Admission to the Main Market
“We are grateful to PKF for their professional support during our LSE listing process, in particular their diligence and flexibility in the light of changing parameters. We look forward to continuing working with them as the company grows.”
Cédric Simonet
COO
Altona Rare Earths Plc
Cédric Simonet
COO
Altona Rare Earths Plc
Golden Metal Resources Plc
Admission to AIM
“We would like to thank all those at PKF for supporting us; their continued guidance has proved immensely valuable throughout the IPO process, and we look forward to working with PKF as Golden Metal starts its next chapter as a listed company on AIM.”
Oliver Friesen
CEO
Golden Metal Resources Plc
Oliver Friesen
CEO
Golden Metal Resources Plc
Drumz plc
Acquisition and re-admission to AIM
"The team at PKF were helpful in guiding us during the intensive work necessary to prepare the detailed financials throughout the Reverse Take-Over process. We would like to thank the whole team and look forward to working with PKF in the future as we grow."
Angus Forrest
Chief Executive Director
Drumz plc
Angus Forrest
Chief Executive Director
Drumz plc
World Chess Plc
Admission to the Main Market
“We would like to thank all those at PKF for supporting us over the past several months, their continued guidance has proved immensely valuable throughout the IPO process and we look forward to working with PKF as World Chess starts its life as a listed company.”
Ilya Merenzon
CEO
World Chess Plc
Ilya Merenzon
CEO
World Chess Plc
Celsius Resources Limited
Admission to AIM
"The Capital Markets team at PKF worked hard to meet a tight transaction timetable in CLA’s dual listing on AIM and the ASX. We are grateful for their support in making the company’s flotation a success.”
Paul Dudley
Non-Executive Director
Celsius Resources Limited
Paul Dudley
Non-Executive Director
Celsius Resources Limited
Quetzal Capital Plc
Acquisition and re-admission to the AQSE Growth Market
"The Capital Markets team at PKF proved their resilience, expertise and flexibility once again in assisting with the first public listing of 2023 in London of TAP Global Group Plc. The team was always on hand to deal with a fluid transaction and consistently went the extra mile to ensure that information and reports were provided with accuracy and on time. This was a complex transaction and the team was very much up to the task.”
John Taylor
Chairman
Quetzal Capital Plc
John Taylor
Chairman
Quetzal Capital Plc
Streaks Gaming PLC
Admission to the Main Market
"The assistance of the Capital Markets team at PKF was highly valued in helping us close our successful admission to the Main Market. They were a pleasure to work with and we appreciated their very commercial and professional approach. This is an important step for Streaks in developing the first conversational gaming platform on the LSE.”
Nicholas Lythe
CFO
Streaks Gaming PLC
Nicholas Lythe
CFO
Streaks Gaming PLC
Smarttech247 Group Plc
Admission to AIM
"We were very happy with the Capital Markets team at PKF. They demonstrated excellent knowledge and experience in assisting on our successful IPO on the London Stock Exchange. We appreciated their professional approach and support throughout the transaction.”
Ronan Murphy
Executive Chairman
Smarttech247
Ronan Murphy
Executive Chairman
Smarttech247
Hellenic Dynamics Plc
Admission to the Main Market
"The Capital Markets team at PKF were extremely supportive of Hellenic Dynamics throughout the process. Hellenic is fully committed to being one of the market leading providers to the EU for prescribed THC dominant medial cannabis. We look forward to working with PKF as we embark on this journey.”
Davinder Rai
CEO
Hellenic Dynamics
Davinder Rai
CEO
Hellenic Dynamics
Kavango Resources PLC
Prospectus and fundraising
We are delighted to have supported Kavango Resources PLC in connection with a prospectus and £3m fundraising by way of a placing and subscription.
Critical Metals Plc
Acquisition and re-admission to the Main Market
We are delighted to have supported Critical Metals Plc on its acquisition of Madini Occidental Ltd and re-admission to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.
Psych Capital Plc
Admission to the Aquis Stock Exchange Growth Market
We are delighted to have supported Psych Capital Plc on their Admission to the Aquis Stock Exchange Growth Market.
Financials Acquisition Corp
Admission to the Main Market
"The Capital Markets team at PKF had the knowledge and experience to assist on our successful listing and placing on the LSE Main Market. We appreciated their professional approach and support throughout the transaction.”
William Allen
Chief Executive Officer
Financials Acquisition Corp
William Allen
Chief Executive Officer
Financials Acquisition Corp
Aura Renewable Acquisitions plc
Admission to the Main Market
"We appreciate the work of the PKF team in supporting our listing process and look forward to working with them in the future.”
John Croft
Chairman
Aura Renewable Acquisitions plc
John Croft
Chairman
Aura Renewable Acquisitions plc
Beacon Rise Holdings Plc
Admission to the Main Market
"We are grateful for the professional, meticulous and efficient working attitude of PKF during this complex process."
Xiaobing Wang
CEO
Beacon Rise Holdings Plc
Xiaobing Wang
CEO
Beacon Rise Holdings Plc
Ondo InsurTech Plc
Re-admission to the Main Market
"We valued the assistance of the Capital Markets team at PKF in helping us with our successful RTO and Placing"
Richard Ehlan
Interim CFO
Ondo InsurTech Plc
Richard Ehlan
Interim CFO
Ondo InsurTech Plc
Hamak Gold Limited
Admission to the Main Market
"We appreciate the support provided by PKF throughout the process, and we look forward to working with them in the future."
Karl Smithson
Executive Director
Hamak Gold Ltd
Karl Smithson
Executive Director
Hamak Gold Ltd
i(x) Net Zero PLC
Admission to the Main Market
We are delighted to have supported i(x) Net Zero PLC on their Admission to trading on AIM.
ACP Energy Plc
Admisson to the Main Market
"PKF were extremely supportive throughout the process, and we look forward to working with them .”
James Orbell
Non-Exec Director
ACP Energy Plc
James Orbell
Non-Exec Director
ACP Energy Plc
Genflow Biosciences Plc
Admisson to the Main Market
"We have confidence that Genflow Biosciences can both generate value for the investors and make a real difference in people’s lives.”
Eric Leire
CEO
Genflow Biosciences Plc
Eric Leire
CEO
Genflow Biosciences Plc
Graft Polymer (UK) Plc
Admisson to the Main Market
“PKF’s expertise and unwavering support were important factors in enabling us to complete LSE Main Market admission.”
Yifat Steuer
CFO and Executive Director
Graft Polymer (UK) Plc
Yifat Steuer
CFO and Executive Director
Graft Polymer (UK) Plc
East Star Resources Plc
Re-admission to the Main Market
"This continued relationship is testament to PKF’s highly efficient and knowledgeable corporate finance team."
Anthony Eastman
Non-Executive Director
East Star Resources Plc
Anthony Eastman
Non-Executive Director
East Star Resources Plc
CT Automotive Group Plc
Admission to trading on AIM
"We were happy to work with the Capital Markets team at PKF for our admission to AIM.
David Wilkinson, CFO
CT Automotive Group Plc
David Wilkinson, CFO
CT Automotive Group Plc
Great Southern Copper plc
Admission to the Main Market
“We greatly appreciated the support provided by the Capital Markets team at PKF."
Charles Bond, Chairman |Great Southern Copper plc
Charles Bond, Chairman |Great Southern Copper plc
Firering Strategic Minerals plc
Admission to trading on AIM| Reporting accountant
We are delighted to have supported Firering Strategic Minerals plc on its admission to trading on AIM.
Bens Creek Group plc
Admission to trading on AIM| Reporting accountant
We are delighted to have supported Bens Creek Group plc on their admission to trading on AIM.
GreenRoc plc
Admission to trading on AIM| Reporting accountant
"It was a pleasure to support GreenRoc Mining plc we look forward to supporting them as they continue to grow."
Adam Humphreys
Partner
PKF Littlejohn
Adam Humphreys
Partner
PKF Littlejohn
Zenova Group plc
Admission to trading on AIM| Reporting accountant
"We chose to work with an experienced Reporting Accountant who would assist us through the whole process ."
Thomas Melchior
CFO
Zenova Group Plc
Thomas Melchior
CFO
Zenova Group Plc
SigmaRoc plc
Re-admission to trading on AIM and proposed Acquisition of Nordkalk Oy Ab | Reporting accountant
“We continue to have a strong working relationship with PKF, they are extremely professional and equally pragmatic.”
Garth Palmer
Director
SigmaRoc plc
Garth Palmer
Director
SigmaRoc plc
Helium Ventures plc
Admission to AQSE Growth Market| Reporting accountant
“We wanted to work with a reporting accountant with significant experience in Capital Markets.”
Fungai Ndoro
Non Executive Director
Helium Ventures plc
Fungai Ndoro
Non Executive Director
Helium Ventures plc
Voyager Life plc
Reporting accountant
“We were looking for an experienced Reporting Accountant to help us through the admission process to the AQSE Growth Market and we were very pleased with the support that PKF provided during the process.”
Nick Tulloch
CEO
Voyager Life Plc
Nick Tulloch
CEO
Voyager Life Plc
Thor Explorations Ltd
Admission to AIM | Reporting accountant
"It was a pleasure to support Thor Explorations with its admission to the AIM market.”
Adam Humphreys
Partner
PKF Littlejohn
Adam Humphreys
Partner
PKF Littlejohn
TECC Capital Plc
Admission to the AQSE Growth Market | Reporting accountant
"The team at PKF gave us unwavering support during our recent admission to the Aquis Stock Exchange. Their experience in the public markets was evident throughout the process."
John Taylor
CEO
TECC Capital Plc
John Taylor
CEO
TECC Capital Plc
Pharma C Investments Plc
Admission to trading on the AQSE growth market | Reporting accountant
“We wanted to work with an experienced specialist in both capital markets and the growing cannabinoid sector when we decided to move forward with the IPO process."
Chana Greenberg
CEO
Pharma C Investments Plc
Chana Greenberg
CEO
Pharma C Investments Plc
Bould Opportunities plc
Admission to Main Market | Reporting accountant
"PKF’s expertise and proactive support were important factors in enabling us to complete the acquisition and admission.”
Nigel Lee
FD Bould
Opportunities plc
Nigel Lee
FD Bould
Opportunities plc
Emmerson plc
Admission to AIM | Reporting accountant
“We worked closely with the PKF Capital Markets team and were very happy with their work and support on our fund raise and move to AIM.”
Hayden Locke
Director
Emmerson plc
Hayden Locke
Director
Emmerson plc
East Star Resources plc
Admission to Main Market | Reporting accountant
"PKF’s highly experienced and efficient capital markets team was a significant contributor to the successful admission to the LSE and we would recommend them to any company.”
Anthony Eastman,
Non-Executive Director
East Star Resources plc
Anthony Eastman,
Non-Executive Director
East Star Resources plc
Dev Clever Holdings plc
Secondary Raise | Reporting accountant
We are delighted to have supported Dev Clever with its subscription agreement with Intrinsic Capital Jersey Limited and Sitius Limited.
Caerus Mineral Resources plc
Admission to Main Market | Reporting accountant
“The PKF team proved an integral part of our successful listing. Their expertise and depth of knowledge in mining sector listings was invaluable and guidance was consistently useful.”
Martyn Churchouse
Chief Executive Officer
Caerus Mineral Resources plc
Martyn Churchouse
Chief Executive Officer
Caerus Mineral Resources plc
Cellular Goods plc
Admission to Main Market | Reporting accountant
“We wanted to work with an experienced specialist in both capital markets and the growing cannabinoid sector when we decided to move forward with the IPO process.”
Simon Walters
CFO
Cellular Goods plc
Simon Walters
CFO
Cellular Goods plc
Spinnaker Opportunities plc
Reverse takeover and admission to Main Market | Reporting accountant
“The listening was a landmark in the sector and we needed an experienced Reporting Accountant with a professional approach.”
Avihu Tamir,
CEO
Kanabo Group Plc
Avihu Tamir,
CEO
Kanabo Group Plc
MGC Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Admission to Main Market | Reporting accountant
“The support that PKF provided to us throughout the process was invaluable, and has enabled us to make our ambitions a reality.”
Roby Zomer
Managing Director and CEO
MGC Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Roby Zomer
Managing Director and CEO
MGC Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Nightcap plc
Admission to trading on AIM | Reporting accountant
“ The timetable was challenging and we needed an experienced Reporting Accountant with a professional and efficient approach.”
Toby Rolph
CFO
Nightcap plc
Toby Rolph
CFO
Nightcap plc
Guild Esports plc
Admission to trading on the standard segment of the Main Market | Reporting accountant
“Guild Esports appreciates the support offered by the PKF Capital Markets team who were able to assist Guild with our successful IPO as our reporting accountant.”
James Savage
Finance Director
Guild Esports PLC
James Savage
Finance Director
Guild Esports PLC
Richland Resources Ltd
Acquisition and re-admission to AIM| Reporting accountant
"PKF’s expertise and proactive support were important factors in enabling us to complete the acquisition and re-admission to AIM.”
Mike Allardice
Group Company Secretary
Richland Resources Ltd
Mike Allardice
Group Company Secretary
Richland Resources Ltd
Helium One Global Ltd
Admission to trading on AIM| Reporting accountant
“We wanted to work with a reporting accountant with significant experience in the Natural resources sector."
Sarah Cope
Non-executive Director
Helium One Limited
Sarah Cope
Non-executive Director
Helium One Limited
Tirupati Graphite Plc
Admission to the Main Market| Reporting accountant
“We were very happy with the Capital Markets team at PKF. They provided efficient advice and we would be happy to recommend them to other companies looking to list in London.”
Shishir Poddar
CEO
Tirupati Graphite Plc
Shishir Poddar
CEO
Tirupati Graphite Plc