UK property advisor Knight Frank has strengthened its retail expertise with the acquisition of retail practice Markham Vaughan Gillingham (MVG) for an undisclosed amount. Led by five directors and two associate directors from offices in London, Bristol, and Manchester, MVG is currently advising on more than 9.5 million sq ft (882,000 m2) of shopping centre space. It also has a strong presence in out-of-town and retail warehousing, as well as factory outlet centres.