IPC Media allows more magazines to fly-drive-sail the nest

IPC Media has confirmed the sale of Aeroplane, MiniWorld, Ships Monthly, Park Home & Holiday Caravan magazines to Kelsey Publishing, as the company's sell off of niche titles continues . Kelsey, which publishes titles such as Practical Reptile Keeping, and Old Tractor, has been snapping up IPC titles, most recently purchasing Cage & Aviary Birds. The company said there will be no disruption to the publishing schedule of any of the titles. "We are very pleased to have the opportunity to purchase these magazines," said Kelsey managing director Steve Wright. "They … are all strong brands, and will fit very well into our business." Earlier this week Dennis Publishing acquired IPC Media's Web User magazine , while late last week Guitar & Bass was sold to Bath-based Anthem Publishing . It has also been reported that Chelsea Magazine Company has acquired World Soccer, Racecar Engineering and Classic Boat. Meanwhile, Caravan is thought to be on its way to Warners Group Publications, while MyHobbyStore is believed to be in the frame to pick up Stamp Magazine and Model Collector. IPC is also in the final stages of a deal to sell Loaded, SuperBike, the horoscope magazine Prediction, and Hi-Fi News to offshore publisher Vitality. • To contact the MediaGuardian news desk email [email protected] or phone 020 3353 3857. For all other inquiries please call the main Guardian switchboard on 020 3353 2000. • If you are writing a comment for publication, please mark clearly "for publication".