Slaughter and May advised Sir James Dyson on the acquisition of a 50 percent ownership stake in Bath Rugby

Slaughter and May advised Sir James Dyson on the acquisition of a 50 percent ownership stake in the group comprising Bath Rugby, Arena 1865 (the club’s stadium development company) and the Farleigh training facilities.

Sir James Dyson will commit substantial new capital to the group to reduce existing debt and support the development of the club’s new stadium.

The transaction establishes a long term 50:50 partnership between Sir James Dyson and Bruce Craig, the latter of whom who will continue to run Bath Rugby and lead the club’s next phase of development on and off the field.

Slaughter and May has been working closely with Sir James’ representatives and the club on the transaction.