The numbers don't
tell the whole story

Aquarium and zoo acquisitions involve unique technical risks that standard commercial due diligence won't catch. A life support system nearing end-of-life, a compliance gap that could trigger licence conditions, or a collection that's been valued on paper at twice its replacement cost — these are the kind of issues that can turn a good deal into a costly mistake.

Aquatic Strategy provides independent technical due diligence for buyers, sellers, investors, and brokers, covering the zoological and operational aspects that your accountants and lawyers can't assess.

Scope of
engagement

  • Life support system condition assessments
  • Animal collection inventory and valuation
  • Compliance risk review and licence status
  • Operational cost benchmarking
  • Staffing and capability assessment
  • Capital expenditure forecasting
  • Post-acquisition integration planning
  • Vendor-side preparation and presentation

Buyers, sellers
& investors

For buyers: independent technical assessment of the asset, identifying hidden costs, compliance risks, and the true condition of life support infrastructure before you commit.

For sellers: preparation support to present your attraction in the best honest light, addressing known issues proactively and assembling documentation that builds buyer confidence.

For investors & brokers: specialist technical input on viability, risk, and post-acquisition investment requirements — the zoo-specific layer that completes your commercial picture.

Considering
an acquisition?

Get an honest technical picture before you commit. We'll tell you what the numbers won't — a conversation costs nothing.

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