FuseFX Acquires Rising Sun Pictures
April 7, 2021
FuseFX, a PE-backed visual effects studio, has acquired Adelaide-based Rising Sun Pictures (RSP) to expand its global visual-effects capabilities and footprint. RSP's co-founder Tony Clark will continue to lead the studio as the combined companies — which together number nearly 800 artists across eight locations — pursue a multi-year expansion plan.
- Buyers
- FuseFX, EagleTree Capital
- Targets
- Rising Sun Pictures
- Platforms
- FuseFX
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
- Location
- South Australia, Australia
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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