The significant transaction highlights the demand for Napier AI's specialist AI solutions in anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing. It marks a growth phase for the London-based international firm, focused on advancing AI technologies, enhancing financial crime detection, and prioritising customer-centric regional tech hubs.
Marlin Equity Partners is a global investment firm with over $9 billion in capital commitments.
The Simmons team was led by corporate partner Sean Geraghty, with support from Kim Farrar, Ella Wardena, and a cross-practice, multi-disciplinary team.
Sean Geraghty said: "This transaction required a great team effort between clients and advisers to get the deal done in a short timeframe; it was a real pleasure".
Julian Dixon, Napier's founder and chairman, commented: "It was a pleasure working with Sean and the Simmons team; their strong technical skills combined with practical, experienced and commercial judgement really helped to get the deal done".
