Our Corporate Finance team supports Forever on Acquisition of Tokyo-Based Creative Studio Onesal

We are pleased to announce that our Corporate Finance Team has supported Queen's Park Equity-backed Forever in its acquisition of Onesal, a Tokyo-based creative studio known for its expertise in storytelling and design.

The transaction support from James Cowper Kreston was led by Brad McAvoy, Corporate Finance Partner, and Nikul Patel, Corporate Finance Director, who provided financial and tax due diligence services for the acquisition.

Forever is a global digital creative studio specialising in CGI, VFX and real-time moving imagery. The acquisition of Onesal will help to strengthen its presence in Asia, expanding its capabilities across the creative design sector.

Known for their blend of imagination and visual sophistication, Onesal has built a strong reputation by delivering visual storytelling for leading brands worldwide. The addition of Onesal to the Forever group will enhance their global offering and strengthen its network of independent creative studios.

The acquisition supports Forever's ambition to build the world's leading collective of independent creative studios while providing Onesal with a platform to accelerate its next phase of growth and international expansion.

Chris Bahry, CEO of Forever, commented: "We've wanted a strong, genuine presence in Asia for a long time, not just a foothold, but a studio that truly belongs there. Onesal is that. They've built something creatively distinct and culturally important over eleven years in Tokyo, and their work stands apart from anything else in the group. For our clients, this opens up real opportunities: deeper regional relevance, a new aesthetic voice, and a partner who understands those markets from the inside.”

Kate Bate, COO of Forever, added: "What struck us about Onesal wasn't just the quality of the work, it was how consistent it is. That kind of output doesn't happen by accident. It reflects a team with a clear point of view and the discipline to hold it, even as they've grown. The client relationships they've built reflect that too. That's exactly the kind of studio we want in this group."

Brad McAvoy commented: “We are delighted to have supported Forever on this strategic acquisition. Onesal is a highly regarded business with an impressive creative reputation, and the transaction represents an exciting opportunity for both organisations.”