Browne Jacobson advises on sale of Transvac Systems to NYSE-listed Ingersoll Rand

UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson has advised the shareholders of Transvac Systems Limited, a UK-based global supplier of ejector solutions and sustainable process technologies, on its acquisition by Ingersoll Rand Inc, a New York Stock Exchange-listed global provider of mission-critical flow creation and life science and industrial solutions. 

Transvac’s systems are used globally in eradicating waste gas flaring, with growing traction in emerging sustainable industries such as desalination and clean water reuse. Through its strong focus on research and development, Transvac has designed solutions that drive industry-leading efficiencies and reduce emissions to lessen environmental impact. 

The transaction sees Transvac join Ingersoll Rand's Industrial Technologies and Services segment, strengthening Ingersoll Rand's position in high-growth, sustainability-focused markets including energy recovery, wastewater treatment and desalination.  

The acquisition enhances Ingersoll Rand's ability to provide customers with a broader range of engineered solutions, including hybrid systems that combine ejectors and traditional technologies to optimise performance and efficiency. The transaction positions Ingersoll Rand to deliver complete, regionally manufactured vacuum and ejector systems tailored to demanding industrial applications. 

The Browne Jacobson team was led by corporate partners Nigel Blackwell and Matt Bolton, supported by Joe Harris and Lydia Mills (corporate associates), Craig Thomas (tax lead) and banking partners Shaun McCabe and James Busby.  

Nigel Blackwell commented: "We’re delighted to have advised the shareholders of Transvac Systems on this exciting transaction with Ingersoll Rand and we wish David and his team every success in the next phase of Transvac’s growth as part of Ingersoll Rand.” 

Paul Hill, who heads up the firms Energy & Infrastructure sector group, added: "This is a fantastic deal in the E&I space and showcases our sector-aligned team’s ability to seamlessly deliver a complex cross-border M&A transaction for a brilliant UK business which is at the forefront of innovative, sustainable technologies”. 

"Our recent research shows that there remains strong underlying demand for investment in sustainable technologies and critical infrastructure assets. Technological innovation is cited by 32% of sector respondents as a key strategy to drive inward investment, with significant focus on AI-driven efficiency improvements and digital infrastructure, areas where Transvac's engineered solutions align perfectly with market priorities.”