The Farm Post Production Limited has been acquired by Picture Head, LLC
June 2019 — WPP plc, a creative transformation company, and the two founders of The Farm Post Production Limited (The Farm) have sold the company to Picture Head. Financial details have not been disclosed.
The Farm is the UK’s largest post-production group. Founded in 1998, it has four locations in London, Manchester, Bristol, and Los Angeles. The Farm also operates the in-house post-production teams for BBC Sport, multi-channel broadcaster UKTV, and international television content company Fremantle. High profile projects include Netflix’s Riviera, the BBC’s Baptiste, and ITV’s Downton Abbey.
Picture Head is a full service post-production studio located in Hollywood. Since its inception in 2000, Picture Head has been at the leading edge of technology and artistry, serving clients in post-production finishing that is the industry standard for excellence.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins Cavendish, based in the UK, advised the sellers in this transaction.
Nicky Sargent and Vikki Dunn
Founders, The Farm Post Production Limited
Talk to the deal team
Related deals
Comtax has been acquired by Ryan
Comtax, a São Paulo-based tax technology consultancy specializing in tax determination and digital tax compliance, had been acquired by Ryan, the world’s largest firm dedicated exclusively to business taxes. The transaction marks Ryan’s entry into the Brazilian market, adding a specialized team and an established base of large corporate clients in Brazil, one of the world’s most complex tax environments, at a time when the country’s consumption tax reform is set to reshape how companies calculate and report indirect taxes. For Comtax, the acquisition brings access to Ryan’s global platform, technology and client network across more than 80 countries, creating opportunities to scale its tax determination and compliance offering beyond its current footprint. Comtax’s founders will continue to lead the business.
Learn moreCibus has acquired Aweta from Standard Investment
Standard Investment has reached an agreement with Cibus Capital, advisor to the Cibus funds, on the sale of Aweta, a global leader in fruit and vegetable sorting, grading and packing equipment. Completion of the transaction is expected in the coming weeks. The transaction provides Aweta with a strong partner to support the company’s next growth phase. Under Cibus’ ownership, Aweta will pursue further international growth and accelerate investment in R&D, supporting the installed base and product innovation, including software and AI capabilities. Aweta’s leadership team will continue to lead the business.
Learn moreGroGlass has been acquired by Apogee Enterprises
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOG), a leading US provider of architectural building products, services and high-performance coated materials, has acquired GroGlass, a Latvia-based developer and manufacturer of high-performance anti-reflective and UV-protective glass coatings. The acquisition brings GroGlass’ differentiated coating technologies and materials science expertise into Apogee’s performance surfaces segment, broadening its product offering and market reach while expanding its manufacturing and R&D presence in Europe.
Learn more