Three decades of landmark cross-border transactions
Since 1995, ELI Holdings has advised on some of the most significant cross-border transactions between China and Europe, spanning automotive, luxury, consumer goods, beverages and more.
Consistently advising on cross-border deals since 1995
Cumulative value of transactions advised
Automotive, luxury, consumer, beverages, real estate, tech
Commitment to seeing every engagement through
Advised on Dalian Wanda Group's acquisition of Sunseeker International, the UK's largest luxury yacht manufacturer. This landmark deal marked one of China's most high-profile investments in the British luxury sector.
Luxury · ManufacturingAdvisory role in Zhejiang Geely Holding Group's historic US$1.8 billion acquisition of Volvo Cars from Ford Motor Company. One of the most significant Chinese outbound automotive transactions in history.
Automotive · Cross-Border M&AAdvisory role in the acquisition of London Taxi International (LTI), manufacturer of the iconic London black cab. The transaction brought this quintessentially British brand under Chinese ownership while preserving its heritage.
Automotive · Iconic BrandsFacilitated the strategic partnership between Scottish & Newcastle (one of Europe's largest brewers) and Chongqing Beer Group, creating significant value in China's rapidly growing beer market.
Beverages · Strategic PartnershipAdvised on the acquisition of Lornamead, a leading British personal care and beauty company with iconic brands. The transaction demonstrated early cross-border deal-making between China and the UK consumer sector.
Consumer Goods · BeautyContinuous advisory mandates with major corporations including Rolls-Royce, HSBC, Changhong Group, Sichuan and Chongqing provincial governments, China-Britain Business Council (CBBC) and the Wales International Consortium.
Retained AdvisoryFrom Geely-Volvo to London Taxi International, we have deep expertise in automotive cross-border transactions.
Advising on acquisitions and partnerships in the luxury sector, including marine, fashion and lifestyle brands.
Property investment advisory for Chinese investors seeking opportunities in UK and European real estate markets.
Strategic partnerships and acquisitions in the beverages and fast-moving consumer goods sectors.
Connecting Chinese capital with European technology innovation and IP-rich businesses.
Advising government bodies and institutional clients on international trade and investment strategies.