DVV Media International sells Road portfolio to Mark Allen Group

London, UK — DVV Media International (DVV MI), a leading B2B media and events company serving the transport and logistics markets, today announces the sale of its Road portfolio of products to Mark Allen Group (MAG) for an undisclosed sum.

The transaction marks a new chapter for the Road business, which has long provided specialist journalism, digital services and industry events for the UK road freight and commercial vehicle sector.

The Road portfolio comprises DVV MI’s established road transport brands across print, digital and events, serving audiences from haulage business leaders, decision-makers and commercial vehicle operators. They include: Commercial Motor, Motor Transport, Transport News and Road Transport Expo.

Under Mark Allen Group’s ownership, the portfolio will benefit from MAG’s track record of investing in specialist information, communities and live events across professional markets.

Andy Salter, Managing Director of DVV Media International, said: “DVV Media International is proud of what the Road portfolio has achieved and the value it brings to the road transport community.

“We believe Mark Allen Group is an excellent home for this business, with the focus and resources to support its continued growth. I would like to thank the entire Road team for their commitment and professionalism, and I wish the business and all staff every success in this next phase.”

Mark Allen, Chairman of the Mark Allen Group, said: “We are delighted to have secured this prestigious Road portfolio and the opportunity it presents. These are highly respected brands with loyal audiences and a strong position in the road transport market. We see significant potential to develop the products further, strengthen their digital and events proposition, and continue delivering outstanding value to the industry. We also know we are inheriting a brilliantly committed team under the leadership of Vic Bunby. In addition, we are delighted that Andy Salter has agreed to continue supporting the business as a consultant.”

DVV Media International was advised on the transaction by Collingwood, who provided strategic and corporate finance support throughout the process. Legal counsel for the deal was led by HCR Law, ensuring a smooth and robust approach to all contractual and regulatory matters. Legal counsel for the Mark Allen Group was led by Trethowans, who advised on all transactional and employment matters. Sterlings assisted Mark Allen Group’s internal team on its financial due diligence.

We would like to thank all teams for their professionalism, insight and dedication in helping bring this transaction to a successful conclusion.

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Notes to editors
About DVV Media International
DVV Media International produces specialist media, data and events across transport, logistics and professional markets worldwide. DVV MI is part of DVV Media Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rheinische Post Mediengruppe.

About Mark Allen Group:
Mark Allen Group is a family-owned, UK-based media and events business founded in 1985, comprising seven operating companies. It has interests in sectors including aviation, transportation, travel retail, manufacturing & engineering, agriculture, financial services, healthcare, and education & social care.

Media contacts
DVV Media International:
Andy Salter, Managing Director – andy.salter@dvvmediainternational.com

Mark Allen Group:
Mark Allen, Chairman – mark.allen@markallengroup.com

DVV Media International sells Flight, Heavy Lift, Air Cargo Media, Rail and HR portfolios to ProMedia Group UK Ltd

London, UK — DVV Media International (DVV MI) today announces the sale of its Flight, Heavy Lift, Air Cargo Media, Rail and HR portfolio of brands to ProMedia Group UK Ltd (ProMedia), a Dutch specialist B2B publisher focused on transport, logistics, mobility and workplace/HR markets. The transaction forms part of DVV MI’s complete divestment of its portfolio, as the business transitions to new ownership for each of its market-leading brands.

The portfolios being acquired encompass DVV MI’s established products across print, digital, data and events, serving global professional audiences in air cargo, heavy lift and project logistics, flight and airline operations, rail and rail freight, and the HR and employment sector.

The HR portfolio included in the transaction comprises: Personnel Today, What Media, Employee Benefits, The RADS and Forum for Expatriate Management.

Ensuring continuity for customers, readers, partners and event communities is a key priority, and under the agreement the relevant teams behind the acquired brands will transfer to ProMedia. All affected colleagues have been informed of the planned transaction. Subject to customary closing procedures, the deal will be completed on 31 December 2025.

Andy Salter, Managing Director of DVV Media International, said:
“Today’s announcement is another important milestone in the full divestment of DVV Media International’s portfolio. The Flight, Heavy Lift, Air Cargo Media, Rail and HR brands are respected, internationally recognised products, built by talented teams who care deeply about the industries and professional communities they serve. ProMedia is a highly credible specialist publisher, and I’m confident these portfolios will thrive under their ownership. I want to thank our colleagues for their professionalism throughout this process, and I wish them every success as they move into this next chapter.”

Arie van Dijk, CEO of ProMedia, said:
“We are proud to welcome these outstanding portfolios into ProMedia Group. They are prestigious brands with strong positions in their markets, trusted editorial voices and vibrant communities around them. This acquisition aligns with ProMedia’s mission to strengthen specialist professional sectors through high-quality content, digital platforms and events. We look forward to working with the teams, investing in the products, and accelerating their international growth.”

DVV Media International was advised on the transaction by Collingwood, who provided strategic and corporate finance support throughout the process. Legal counsel for the deal was led by HCR Law, ensuring a smooth and robust approach to all contractual and regulatory matters.

Further details about the transition of individual products will be shared with customers and partners in due course.

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Notes to editors

About DVV Media International

DVV Media International produces specialist media, data and events across transport, logistics and professional markets worldwide. DVV MI is part of DVV Media Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rheinische Post Mediengruppe.

About ProMedia

ProMedia Group UK Ltd is a Dutch-based specialist B2B publisher with a strong track record in transport, logistics, mobility and professional services, developing trusted industry brands across print, digital and events.

Media contacts
DVV Media International:
Andy Salter, Managing Director – andy.salter@dvvmediainternational.com

ProMedia Group:
Arie van Dijk, CEO – arie.van.dijk@promedia.nl

Welcome to DVV Media International

Producing media and events across five divisions, Aerospace, Road, Rail, Logistics & the HR market. DVV media provides relevant information for decision-makers and supports customers in communicating with their markets. In this context, we see ourselves as an integral part of our industries and create platforms for exchanging experiences and initiating business.

As part of DVV Media Group, we publish more than 80 specialist media, including magazines, newspapers, journals, newsletters, books, directories and websites. Our digital offering extends further to over 35 websites. In addition, we organise a large number of specialist and industry events. The DVV Media Group is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Rheinische Post Mediengruppe in Düsseldorf.