Aquis Stock Exchange (AQSE) Corporate Adviser

At a glance

As an approved Corporate Adviser on the Aquis Stock Exchange (AQSE), Strand Hanson provides expert regulatory and strategic guidance to companies seeking admission or already listed on AQSE. We support clients through every stage of their public market journey - from initial admission and fundraising to ongoing compliance and corporate transactions - ensuring that regulatory requirements are met while advancing long-term strategic goals.

Strand Hanson acts as a trusted Corporate Adviser for companies at various stages of their development, navigating the regulatory framework of the Aquis Stock Exchange and advising on a range of transactions, including admissions, secondary fundraisings, dual listings, and significant post-admission events. Our role as an AQSE Corporate Adviser ensures that companies meet their continuing obligations while supporting their broader strategic objectives.  As an independent merchant bank, our advice is fully aligned with the best interests of our clients. We provide objective, unconflicted guidance across both regulatory and financial matters.

Our AQSE advisory services are characterised by high levels of engagement and a deep understanding of our clients’ businesses. We work closely with management teams and other stakeholders to ensure that all aspects of a transaction are managed efficiently, professionally and in compliance with AQSE regulations. Our status as a Corporate Adviser means that we have established relationships and rights of audience with the Aquis Stock Exchange and other relevant regulators, enabling us to act as an effective conduit on behalf of our clients and to manage transactions pragmatically and seamlessly.

We have extensive experience supporting companies across a broad range of sectors and geographies, including high-growth and entrepreneurial businesses. This positions us well to advise on the specific complexities and nuances of AQSE transactions, particularly for clients seeking access to public markets for the first time or pursuing growth through secondary capital raises.

Whether supporting a company through its admission process or advising on complex regulatory events post-listing, Strand Hanson’s approach is always focused on delivering long-term value through clear, practical, and proactive advice.

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Ritchie Balmer
Head of AIM advisory
ritchiebalmer@strandhanson.co.uk
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