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CKF Systems has been acquired by its management team

CKF Systems Limited has been acquired by its management team.

CKF Systems is a designer and installer of robotic product handling and automation systems for a largely blue-chip client base across several sectors, including food, pharmaceutical and automotive.

The transaction ensures continuation of the current development path of the company and provides the established management team with an opportunity to capitalize on the well-invested base during a period when automation of production facilities is at the forefront of the minds of their customers. Paul Swift will continue with the business as a shareholder and member of the management team.

Oaklins Evelyn Partners, based in the UK, advised on this management buy-out.

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Iain Lownes

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Bristol, United Kingdom
Oaklins S&W

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