( June 18, 2026, 10:09 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Obayashi, a listed major Japanese construction company, said on Thursday that it has agreed to acquire UK-based BCI UK Holdings, the parent company of construction group Multiplex, in a transaction valued at approximately $540 million. The deal would expand its building construction business in Australia, the UK and Canada. The acquisition, which would give Obayashi full ownership of Multiplex, is scheduled to close on Sept. 30, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.The statement is attached....
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