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Award-winning law firm Pitmans LLP has acted on behalf of Class Telecommunications Limited on the acquisition of R.C.G. Global Networks Limited for an undisclosed consideration. The transaction was led by Pitmans’ Corporate Partner, Adam Dowdney, and assisted by Corporate Solicitor Carolyn Butler, Employment Solicitor Amanda Dorling and Commercial Property Director Bhaminee Sharma.

Class Telecommunications have been operating since 1989, offering a range of managed telephony solutions including fixed line, broadband & data services, mobile phones and telephone systems and support.

R.C.G. Global Networks provides business customers with telecommunication services, including the provision and rental of exchange lines, carrier pre-selection, broadband connections and associated services, and the supply and sale or rental of telecommunications equipment and materials.

Commenting on the transaction, Julian Miller, Managing Director of Class Telecommunications said “This is the first acquisition we have undertaken and I am very grateful to Adam and his team for leading us through the legal process which enabled us to complete on time and within budget. Their tenacity, professionalism and commitment gave me the reassurance that our interests were in safe hands and secured the result we wanted”.

Adam Dowdney, Pitmans’ Corporate Partner said “We were delighted to act for new client Class Telecommunications on this acquisition which is of considerable strategic importance to their development. As always, the deal required input from various departments which exemplifies our ability to provide a quick and commercial full-service offering. We are sure that this acquisition will prove to be of great importance to Class and look forward to working with Julian and his team again soon.”