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Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Sludge TEK Limited and Marlowe plc

May 1, 2025

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of Sludge TEK Limited by Marlowe plc, a London-listed leader in safety, compliance, and environmental services.

Based in Andover, Hampshire, Sludge TEK is a specialist provider of dewatering services, industrial cleaning, and centrifuge rental. The company operates across the waste management and manufacturing sectors, supporting clients with rapid-response solutions and reliable, expert-led service delivery. Under the leadership of Managing Director Peter Cramp, Sludge TEK has built a strong reputation for quality and technical excellence.

Marlowe plc is a London-listed provider of software and services for safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental operations. The group goes to market through two primary divisions: Fire Safety & Security, and Water & Air Hygiene. With a clear focus on targeted acquisitions, Marlowe continues to expand its capabilities across the UK and beyond, consolidating its position in key regulated sectors.

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The acquisition of Sludge TEK allows Marlowe to strengthen its position in wastewater rental solutions and expand its service offering within its Water & Air Hygiene division. For Sludge TEK, the partnership provides a strong platform for continued growth and innovation, while ensuring a smooth succession for the company’s retiring founder. The cultural and operational alignment between the two businesses sets the stage for a seamless transition and long-term success.

Benchmark International played a critical role in the transaction, generating strong strategic interest and guiding the client through a competitive process. The team provided hands-on support through valuation analysis, negotiation strategy, and deal structuring, ultimately securing a buyer that shared the client’s vision for the future of the business.

Transaction Leader Bill Wagstaff commented:
“I am delighted for both the Seller and Buyer on this transaction. It was a great process from the whole team, as well as the other advisors all contributing in a harmonious transaction and process. I wish the seller and buyer all the best for the future.”

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Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $12.5 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network, as well as the #1 Sell-side Privately Owned M&A Advisor in the World by PitchBook’s and Refinitiv’s Global League Tables.

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