Arena Group Acquires Aztec Shaffer

Arena Group PLC in a partnership with Summit Partners and AIG, announced its acquisition of Aztec Shaffer LLC, on April 26, 2021. Aztec Shaffer, comprised of two businesses both based in Houston, Texas, Shaffer Sports & Events and Aztec Events and Tents are part of the Arena US divisions, Arena Americas and Arena Stuart.

Aztec’s Texas focused party rental business and Shaffer’s large sporting event legacy fits seamlessly with Arena’s growth strategy. The purchase provided larger geographical coverage, broader offerings, added innovation and complemented Arena US’s existing event rental business.

“We are confident that the business fits exceptionally well with the Arena ethos of delivering premium quality solutions for our customers. We are therefore delighted to welcome the Aztec Shaffer team to the Arena Group and to help us deliver the Arena Standard across an even larger part of the U.S. market.” – Greg Lawless, Arena Events Group CEO

Arena Events Group plc is a turnkey event solutions provider, supplying temporary physical structures, seating, exhibition services, refrigeration, fencing & barriers, ice rinks, furniture, and interiors for some of the most prestigious events across Europe, Middle East & Asia, and the Americas.

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