Stephenson Harwood advises Muller and Phipps

Stephenson Harwood has advised Muller and Phipps Group Holdings Limited (‘Muller and Phipps’) on its acquisition of Power League Gaming FZ-LLC, an e-sports and gaming marketing consultancy based in the UAE.

Muller & Phipps, which specialises in the distribution of technology products across the Middle East, has strategically undertaken this acquisition to diversify its portfolio and capitalise on emerging market trends.

This significant transaction marks Muller & Phipps’ first foray into the gaming sector, positioning them to leverage opportunities within this fast-developing industry. It underscores a broader trend towards the heightened importance of the gaming sector in the Middle East, with projections indicating its trajectory to a US$6 billion industry by 2027.

“We are extremely pleased to have had the opportunity to collaborate with Muller & Phipps on this significant acquisition,” said Melissa Forbes-Miranda, a corporate partner at Stephenson Harwood in Dubai. “This venture represents not only a strategic move for Muller & Phipps to broaden its portfolio but also signifies their keen foresight in tapping into the burgeoning gaming sector.”

The Stephenson Harwood team was led by partner Melissa Forbes-Miranda, who was supported by associates Suditi Surana and Hajer El Moumni and paralegal Jeevni Sharma.