Travers Smith LLP has advised long-standing client, SSP Group, on its acquisition of AMT Coffee from its administrators in an accelerated transaction.
SSP Group is an established operator of food and beverage brands in travel hubs across the UK and internationally. It has entered into an agreement to acquire the business and certain assets of AMT Coffee, including 25 outlets in airports, train stations and other consumer locations across England, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland.
Sam Birchall, a director at AMT Coffee's administrators, Interpath Advisory, said: “AMT Coffee is a familiar name to many commuters and travellers across the UK and Ireland, so we are pleased to have concluded this transaction with such a well-established operator in SSP Group, safeguarding the future of the brand as well as a significant number of jobs."
The Travers Smith team was led by Restructuring & Insolvency Partner Edward Smith with support from Senior Associate Kirsty Emery and Associate Melissa Atkinson. The wider team included Real Estate Partner Sarah Walker, Commercial, IP & Technology Partner James Longster, Employment Partner Tim Gilbert and Tax Senior Associate Hugh Brooks.
Interpath Advisory was advised by DLP Piper LLP.
