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HOME News Wayleadr acquired by consortium of private equity firms 18 06 2026Business impact RDJ acted as Irish legal advisor to Wayleadr, a smart parking management platform, on its acquisition by a consortium of private equity firms led by San-Francisco-headquartered Housatonic Partners.

HOME News BWG Group acquires Abrakebabra, O’Briens Cafe and Bagel Factory 08 06 2026Business impact RDJ advised some of Ireland’s best-known quick-service restaurant brands — Abrakebabra, O’Briens Café and Bagel Factory — on their acquisition by wholesaler BWG Group. The transaction marks BWG Group’s entry into the quick-service restaurant sector and further strengthens its position across the food-service market.

HOME News Ireland’s mid-market attracts investors seeking resilient growth and scale with minimum risk RDJ Corporate & M&A Partner Gillian Keating features in this Irish Examiner Mergers & Acquisitions report, sharing insights on why Ireland’s mid-market continues to attract strong investor interest. Gillian highlights the appeal of Irish businesses with specialist expertise, resilient performance and clear scaling potential — particularly in sectors experiencing ongoing consolidation.

HOME News AtkinsRéalis acquires Galway-based engineering and project management consultancy firm TOBIN RDJ advised Galway-based engineering and project management consultancy firm TOBIN on its acquisition by AtkinsRéalis (TSX: ATRL), one of Canada’s largest construction companies with offices around the world. Headquartered in Galway, TOBIN was founded in 1952 and employs approximately 200 people across five offices in Ireland.

RDJ is one of just 41 organisations in Ireland to achieve Investors in Diversity Gold status, the highest accreditation awarded by the Irish Centre for Diversity. Gold status recognises progress across leadership, culture and people practices, and reflects RDJ’s long‑term commitment to a fair, inclusive and people‑centred workplace.

HOME News Lisdoon Hospitality acquires The Hydro Hotel 14 05 2026Business impact RDJ’s Banking and Finance team advised Irish Diaspora Loan Fund on the financing of the acquisition of The Hydro Hotel in Lisdoonvarna. The 113-bedroom hotel has been acquired on behalf of the Fiddle + Bow Collection, an exciting addition to the collection.

RDJ advised Cork City Council on the acquisition of the historic Counting House complex on South Main Street, paving the way for a transformative new Cork City Public Library. The €35m acquisition has been completed with the support of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and the Government’s Towns and Cities Regeneration Investment Fund (formerly the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund [URDF]).

HOME News EU Inc could reshape Ireland’s startup edge The European Commission's proposal for EU Inc, a digital-first framework allowing founders to register a company fully online within 48 hours, has been positioned as a startup-friendly simplification measure.

RDJ advised Nimol Residential on the acquisition of a significant 91 acre site at Inchanappa, Ashford, Co. Wicklow, which—subject to planning permission—has the potential to deliver more than 400 new homes. RDJ is also advising on the first phase of development will focus on a 14 acre section of the site, comprising 81 houses, 16 duplex units and a crèche. The scheme will also include 10 social and affordable homes. Nimol Residential will partner with Greenleaf Homes to deliver the development.

HOME News Bank of Ireland Finances Oaklee Housing Acquisition of 39-Unit Scheme in Dún Laoghaire 07 04 2026Business impact The RDJ Banking and Finance team advised Bank of Ireland on a facility advanced to Oaklee Housing, an approved housing body, to support the acquisition of 39 apartments at Bentley Villas, Bentley Place, Dún Laoghaire.