The transaction, carried out by ProMedia Group UK, comprises a broad range of event-based, digital and print-based activities and strengthens ProMedia Group’s international position.
It includes the major global mobility events of the Forum for Expatriate Management that take place in Europe, The Americas, APAC and EMEA as well as its Chapter network and all associated activities.
ProMedia Group UK also includes FEM’s sister brands, Personnel Today and Employee Benefits, with their events the Personnel Today Awards, Employee Benefits Awards and RAD Awards, as well as the online recruitment advertising platform, Whatmedia.
The HR portfolio has been acquired alongside transport titles such as FlightGlobal, Air Cargo News, Heavy Lift, and Railway Gazette. Following the acquisition, ProMedia Group employs approximately 225 people.
All the staff involved have transferred to ProMedia, ensuring continuity for attendees, partners, members and readers. The acquisition was completed on 31 December 2025.
Arie van Dijk, CEO of ProMedia Group, said:
“We are proud to welcome these impressive portfolios into ProMedia Group. They are prestigious brands with strong market positions and trusted editorial voices.
This acquisition aligns perfectly with our mission to strengthen specialised sectors through high-quality content, events and innovative digital platforms. We look forward to working with the teams, investing in the products and accelerating their international and digital growth.”
Andy Salter, Managing Director of DVV Media International, commented:
“Today’s announcement marks a further milestone in the full divestment of DVV Media International’s portfolio. These brands are respected, internationally recognised titles built by talented teams.
ProMedia is a highly credible, specialist publisher with a strong digital vision, and I am confident that these portfolios will thrive under its ownership in the digital era. I would like to thank our colleagues for their professionalism and wish them every success in this new chapter.”
Solid Finance Group and TYR Law advised ProMedia Group on the transaction, while DVV Media International was assisted by Collingwood Advisory and HCR Law.
About ProMedia Group
ProMedia Group is a Dutch professional publishing and multimedia company focused on transport, logistics, mobility, infrastructure and human resources. The company publishes more than 35 business-to-business titles, including well-known trade media such as Schuttevaer, NT.nl (Nieuwsblad Transport), Flows, WorldCargo News, Railfreight.com, SpoorPro, RailTech and Automotive Online. Through these platforms, ProMedia reaches more than two million professionals each month in the Netherlands and abroad.
In addition to its journalistic platforms, the company organises trade fairs, conferences and seminars for professionals in sectors including maritime, rail, road transport and mobility. ProMedia is committed to strengthening specialist industries through reliable content, knowledge sharing and network building.