Leathes Prior assists Greenhaul Limited with sale to Ascent Acquisitions Limited

Leathes Prior’s Corporate Team has advised the shareholders of Greenhaul Limited, a family-owned Norfolk transport business, on its sale to Ascent Acquisitions Limited.

Founded over ten years ago by Simon and Rachel Lee with just one vehicle, Greenhaul has grown into a respected regional operator with a fleet of 13 trucks and three dedicated subcontractors. The business provides specialist bulk haulage services using high-volume walking floor trailers, predominantly moving biomass for energy production, waste-to-energy materials, animal bedding, and recyclable commodities. Known for its reliability and sustainability focus, Greenhaul has become a key player supporting the renewable energy and recycling sectors across East Anglia and beyond.

The transaction was led by Partner Alex Saunders, assisted by Solicitor Milan Pandit, both from Leathes Prior’s Corporate Team.

Commenting on the deal, Alex said, “It has been a pleasure working with Simon and Rachel Lee on the sale of Greenhaul. They have built a brilliant business and a strong reputation in their sector. We wish them every success for the future and look forward to seeing Greenhaul continue to thrive under new leadership.”

Following the sale, Simon Lee said, “Alex and Milan have been exceptional and thorough throughout the whole process of selling our Business, nothing was ever too much trouble and their professionalism was second to none, we would highly recommend Alex and his team at Leathes Prior to anyone considering selling their business and in need of a Corporate Lawyer ”

We wish Simon & Rachel all the best for the future.

For more information on how the Corporate Team can help you to sell your business, please contact us via email at info@leathesprior.co.uk or 01603 610911, or head to our Selling Your Business page.