London, UK – DVV Media International (DVV MI), a leading B2B media and events company serving the transport and logistics markets, has announced the sale of its Road portfolio of products to Mark Allen Group (MAG). The transaction, which was completed on Wednesday 31 December, 2025, marks a new chapter for the Road business.
The Road portfolio, which has long provided specialist journalism, digital services, and industry events for the UK road freight and commercial vehicle sector, was sold for an undisclosed sum.
DVV MI’s established road transport brands, including Commercial Motor, Motor Transport, Transport News, and Road Transport Expo, will now be under the ownership of Mark Allen Group. The portfolio serves a wide audience, from haulage business leaders and decision-makers to commercial vehicle operators, through its print, digital, and events platforms.
Mark Allen Group has a proven track record of investing in specialist information, communities, and live events across professional markets. The company is committed to further developing the Road portfolio, with a particular focus on digital and events, to continue delivering outstanding value to the industry.
Andy Salter, Managing Director of DVV Media International, expressed his pride in the Road portfolio and its achievements, as well as his confidence in Mark Allen Group as the new owner. He also thanked the Road team for their commitment and professionalism and wished the business and its staff success in this new phase.
Mark Allen, Chairman of the Mark Allen Group, shared his excitement over acquiring the prestigious Road portfolio and the potential it holds. He commended the brands for their strong position and loyal audience in the road transport market and expressed his confidence in the team led by Vic Bunby. He also acknowledged the continued support of Andy Salter, who has agreed to act as a consultant for the business.
Collingwood provided strategic and corporate finance support for DVV Media International, while HCR Law handled the legal aspects of the deal. Trethowans advised on all transactional and employment matters for the Mark Allen Group, and Sterlings assisted with the company’s financial due diligence.
Both DVV Media International and Mark Allen Group expressed their gratitude to all the teams involved for their professionalism, insight, and dedication, which contributed to the successful completion of the transaction.
For further information, please see the contacts below.
About DVV Media International
DVV Media International is a subsidiary of DVV Media Group, a leading B2B media and events company that produces specialist media, data, and events for the transport, logistics, and professional markets worldwide.
About Mark Allen Group:
Mark Allen Group is a family-owned, UK-based media and events business founded in 1985. The company has interests in various sectors, including aviation, transportation, travel retail, manufacturing and engineering, agriculture, financial services, healthcare, and education and social care.
Media contacts:
DVV Media International:
Andy Salter, Managing Director – andy.salter@dvvmediainternational.com
Mark Allen Group:
Mark Allen, Chairman – mark.allen@markallengroup.com
