

Alpha Helix is delighted to announce that it has acted as the exclusive corporate finance advisor to the shareholders of Marsden Weighing Machine Group Limited on its successful sale to Lagercrantz Group AB.
Based in Rotherham, UK, Marsden is a premier manufacturer and distributor of premium medical scales and industrial weighing solutions. Renowned for its accuracy and innovation, the company has been a trusted supplier to the NHS and international healthcare providers for 100 years.
The acquisition by Stockholm-listed Lagercrantz will integrate Marsden into its niche technology division, providing the business with the long-term capital and international network to scale its operations globally.
Perspectives on the Transaction:
"I’m delighted to share my enthusiasm for Marsden becoming part of the Lagercrantz Group. As we celebrate our centenary year, it feels particularly fitting that we begin our second century with an owner that shares our long-term perspective, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to sustainable growth. My sincere thanks go to Sam Rolls and the Alpha Helix Healthcare Advisors team for their support throughout this journey"
- Lewis Davis, Managing Director at Marsden Weighing Machine Group
"This transaction marks a magnificent milestone for Marsden. For a century, the team has built a world-class brand synonymous with precision engineering in the medical and industrial space. By joining forces with a highly respected, long-term partner like Lagercrantz, Marsden is perfectly positioned to accelerate its international expansion and R&D pipelines.
At Alpha Helix, we are incredibly proud to have guided Marsden's shareholders through this competitive process. It highlights our commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for cross-border engineering and healthcare technology transactions."
- Sam Rolls, Director at Alpha Helix
Driving Cross-Border Value
This transaction reinforces Alpha Helix’s deep expertise in navigating cross-border M&A within the industrial technology and medical equipment sectors. Despite evolving macroeconomic conditions, strategic trade buyers remain highly motivated to acquire market-leading, IP-rich UK businesses.
Our team managed the entire process from initial valuation and matching with international strategic buyers to final structural negotiations, ensuring the legacy of the Marsden brand remains secure.