STV Group

STV Group is a Scottish digital media company that creates and broadcasts television programming in the United Kingdom. It operates in broadcast, digital, and production segments, delivering news, entertainment, dramas, soaps, and factual content on air through STV channels and online via STV Player and stv.tv. The group runs digital services in four Scottish cities: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Dundee, providing local news, events and multimedia content across apps and websites. STV develops and distributes programming, including international partnerships to co-invest and distribute formats outside the UK. Revenue mainly comes from broadcasting and selling advertising airtime and space, with ongoing internet services and production activities. The company is based in Glasgow and has its roots in 1957.

Lindsay Dixon

CFO and Board Member

4 past transactions

Ginger Media Group

Acquisition in 1999
Ginger Media Group operates as a television and radio entertainment production company. Ginger Media Group operates Virgin Radio, a radio station; and Ginger Television.

Pearl & Dean

Acquisition in 1999
Pearl & Dean Cinemas Limited specializes in cinema advertising services and has been a prominent player in the industry since its founding in 1958. Based in London, the company represents a diverse range of cinemas across the UK and Ireland, including major multiplex chains like Showcase and AMC, as well as smaller local venues. Originally established by brothers Ernie and Charles Pearl in collaboration with Bob Dean, Pearl & Dean quickly became synonymous with cinema advertising, particularly known for its iconic 30-second commercials that precede feature films. Over the years, the company has expanded its client base from local advertisers to national brands, providing a platform for some of the UK’s leading advertisers. Today, Pearl & Dean continues to be a well-recognized name in the industry, contributing significantly to the cinema experience by showcasing high-quality commercials that engage audiences before the film begins.

Baillie Advertising

Acquisition in 1999
Baillie Advertising operates as an outdoor advertising company. Baillie Advertising is privately owned, sells ad space on poster panels and owns 357 48-sheet sites and 367 six-sheet panels.

Primesight

Acquisition in 1999
Primesight is a provider of outdoor advertising services that specializes in delivering impactful advertising solutions to businesses. The company offers a range of services, including advertising screens, banners, and promotional displays, catering to both small and large format advertising needs. Its advertising platforms are strategically located in high-traffic areas such as major roads, cinemas, health clubs, retail outlets, airports, and the Glasgow underground network. By leveraging these diverse display panels, Primesight enables enterprises to effectively reach their target audiences and achieve measurable business results.
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