Studioworx acquired by Three Crown Holdings

Transaction Overview:

• Sector: Professional Services / Digital Marketing
• Business Type: Digital marketing and creative agency providing branding, web design and e-commerce services
• Deal Type: Trade Sale
• Buyer Type: Investor
• Location: Hull, UK

Studioworx has been established for over 15 years and are digital marketing specialists with print experience.

The business provides a wide range of services comprising of branding, web design and e-commerce enhancements. Studioworx relies on a dedicated team who deliver excellent customer service. This has led to the business earning a wide range of accreditations and awards including Digital Entrepreneur Award finalists in 2018, RAR recommendation and Magento Certified. Over the years Studioworx has developed an enviable customer base including a well-known footwear provider, a drugstore and a stationary retailer.

KBS Corporate implemented an exhaustive research strategy which resulted in over 35 NDA’s being signed.

The final investment came from Three Crowns Holdings Limited who provide investment into mid-market companies in the media and technology industries. Studioworx is Three Crowns Holdings Limited third acquisition recently and will help grow the company’s profile further.

The deal was overseen by Sonia Cottrell, Corporate Deal Executive, who commented, “The deal will allow Studiworx to continue to grow and benefit from Three Crown Holdings Limited investment and expertise. It has been a pleasure working with Studioworx.”

The Digital Marketing & Creative Services Sector

The digital marketing and creative services sector is seeing ongoing consolidation, with investors targeting agencies that combine technical capability with strong client relationships. Businesses offering a mix of digital, branding, and e-commerce services are particularly attractive to buyers seeking to expand their service portfolios.

This trend is being driven by increasing demand for integrated digital solutions, with buyers favouring agencies that can deliver across multiple channels and support long-term client growth. As a result, well-established agencies with a proven track record are increasingly being viewed as attractive acquisition opportunities.

Recent transactions across the sector reflect this activity, including the sale of Climb Online, highlighting continued investor interest in scalable, client-focused digital agencies.

For agency owners, this may present an opportunity to consider their next steps, including selling a company.