Commercial law firm Hill Dickinson has advised the shareholders of power distribution and street lighting firm Jones Lighting on the sale of the business to United Living Group.
Based in Leyland, Lancashire, Jones Lighting is a specialist independent connection provider (ICP) providing a full range of street lighting services covering design, project management, consultancy, installation and maintenance, on behalf of UK distribution network operators (DNOs) and local authorities.
The acquisition strengthens United Living’s existing activities in the power market, expanding its infrastructure capabilities, which have been growing since it achieved National Electrical Registration Scheme (NERS) accreditation in 2024.
Hill Dickinson’s corporate team provided legal advice on the sale, led by Olivia Jones and Ian Riggs together with Abigail Hill and Natalie Gillott.
Jones Lighting and United Living Group share a common vision in terms of expanding their respective client bases and promoting innovation and sustainability. Merging their respective specialisms to create a combined force provides benefits on all sides and we were delighted to play a part in getting the deal across the line.Olivia Jones
Commenting on the successful completion of the deal, Olivia Jones said: “Jones Lighting and United Living Group share a common vision in terms of expanding their respective client bases and promoting innovation and sustainability. Merging their respective specialisms to create a combined force provides benefits on all sides and we were delighted to play a part in getting the deal across the line.”
Dave Jones, Managing Director, Jones added: “We are excited about the opportunities this partnership brings to leverage our combined strengths. The investment by United Living will enable us to further enhance the services we provide to customers, setting the standard for excellence in delivery and driving environmental innovation and improvements.”