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Benchmark International Advises on the Sale of Cleaning Equipment Supplies to ICE

December 5, 2016

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the sale of Cleaning Equipment Supplies to ICE.

Cleaning Equipment Supplies is a leading supplier in the cleaning industry and has been established for over 10 years. We believe that investing in leading technology and reliable innovation is essential to maintain the highest standards of customer satisfaction. We cater for both large and small businesses, working closely with our supply partners to provide a comprehensive range of complete cleaning solutions. We offer a wide range of reliable high-performing cleaning equipment and a vast range of affordable cleaning products to buy. We have highly trained engineers who can service and repair cleaning equipment such as vacuums, sweepers, washers and driers to keep them in working order for maximum usage.

Sean Edwards, Partner & one of the founders of CES said: "I am delighted to be joining such a driven and exciting business as ICE.  “Having spent a considerable amount of time in the company understanding the culture and model, ICE’s ability to offer something completely different in rental, asset management and national service really does represent a truly exciting future for the CES business and its customers. Some of the very different innovations that are coming through have really delighted me, and I am sure once launched next year will create many more opportunities for us."

With over 50 years of experience, ICE is the UK’s largest independent provider of industrial cleaning machines. ICE pride themselves on the unique service that they offer to their customers, providing everything from equipment purchase or rental to asset management and maintenance. As a company they cater for every aspect of your cleaning equipment requirements in relation to purchase, rental, asset management and maintenance. Their service delivery and advanced web based systems mean that not only can they manage machines and assets, but also provide you with direct access to un-editable call logs, delivering key management information.

Mark Bresnihan, CEO of ICE Ltd said: "This is a very exciting and strategic acquisition for the ICE business. We have been in discussion with CES for some time, to learn about how this opportunity could benefit both organisations and its customers. We feel really positive about the CES business, its people and what it can bring to the ICE group".

On behalf of everyone at Benchmark International, we would like to wish both parties every success for the future.

ABOUT BENCHMARK INTERNATIONAL
Benchmark International’s global offices provide business owners in the middle market and lower middle market with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. To date, Benchmark International has handled engagements in excess of $5B across 30 industries worldwide. With decades of global M&A experience, Benchmark International’s deal teams, working from 13 offices across the world, have assisted hundreds of owners achieve their personal objectives and ensure the continued growth of their businesses.

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