M&A Deal Summary

Encore Group Acquires Eclipse

On November 20, 2025, Encore Group acquired media company Eclipse

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Encore Group’s 9th transaction in the Media sector.
  • This is Encore Group’s 4th transaction in the United Kingdom.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2025-11-20
Target Eclipse
Sector Media
Buyer(s) Encore Group
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

Eclipse

Kent, United Kingdom
Eclipse is an event production and technical services company that provides creative content, staging and scenic design, audiovisual systems, lighting, rigging, in-house equipment and full-service event management. Eclipse is based in Kent, United Kingdom.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Encore Group

Schiller Park, Illinois, United States

Category Company
Founded 1937
Sector Business Services
DESCRIPTION

Encore Group engages in event experiences, providing creative, production, advanced technology and staging services to help meeting planners deliver more dynamic and impactful experiences at their meetings, trade shows and special events. It is the trusted partner and exclusive on-site provider of choice at leading venues worldwide. Encore Group is based in Schiller Park, Illinois.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 15 of 16
Sector: Media M&A 9 of 9
Type: Add-on Acquisition M&A Deals 15 of 16
Country: United Kingdom M&A 4 of 4
Year: 2025 M&A 1 of 2
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2019-10-31 The eclipse Group

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The eclipse Group is a provider in the regional event industry. Specializing in project management, equipment rental, and technical services, eclipse supports live events such as conferences, product launches, major concerts, exhibitions, special events, awards ceremonies, and large public festivals. The eclipse Group was founded in 2003 and is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2025-12-02 First

New York, New York, United States

First is a global brand-experience agency that helps clients plan and deliver events, experiences, and brand activations. First offers services including content strategy, creative design, digital/experiential technology, event management & delivery, and data & insights to support marketing and communication objectives. First was founded in 1996 and is based in New York, New York.

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