BBC Worldwide, the commercial arm of the BBC, has selected Exponent Private Equity as its preferred strategic partner for BBC Magazines.
This follows a competitive tender process started in 2010. BBC Worldwide’s decision to move to exclusivity with Exponent has been approved by the BBC Trust.
Discussions will continue with Exponent, with a view to completing an agreement this summer.
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