Agathos Management

Agathos is a London-based private equity firm founded in 2014, specializing in mid-market investments in small to medium-sized enterprises across various sectors, including consumer goods, industrial, manufacturing, business services, and technology. The firm typically invests between £2 million and £3 million per transaction, with the capability to invest up to £5 million, depending on the circumstances and relationships with family offices. Agathos focuses on partnering with management teams to foster long-term sustainable value and excels in addressing complex situations such as management buyouts, management buy-ins, stakeholder issues, and recapitalizations. The firm's commitment to value investing allows it to navigate diverse opportunities within the UK SME landscape.

James Bakewell

Partner and Member of Investment Committee

John Butterworth

Senior Investment Manager

Mark Conway

Investment Manager

Hugh Costello

Partner and Member of the Investment Committee

Chanelle Jones

Investment Associate

William De Laszlo

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Laura Morrill

Investment Director

Charles Oakshett

Co-Founder and Partner

6 past transactions

Vacgen

Acquisition in 2018
Vacgen is a specialist manufacturer of ultra-high vacuum (“UHV”) chambers, components and manipulation devices used in advanced scientific research. UHV components are used where extreme cleanliness is required in a manufacturing or research process or where scientific processes require a complete vacuum to be effective.

Cargostore Worldwide Trading

Acquisition in 2016
Cargostore Worldwide Trading, founded in 1993, specializes in providing a diverse range of cargo shipping containers and storage solutions for various global markets, including offshore wind, oil and gas, international aid, and defense. The company offers both dry and refrigerated containers for sale and hire, catering to complex and challenging customer requirements. Additionally, Cargostore supplies a variety of specialist DNV rated offshore containers targeted at the offshore energy sector. Operating from its headquarters in Wimbledon, the company employs 20 staff members and also provides container conversions for specialized projects, ensuring comprehensive service and support for its clients.

Vikoma International

Acquisition in 2016
Vikoma International Limited designs and manufactures oil and chemical pollution control systems. The company offers marine products, including containment booms, recovery systems, offshore storage systems, vessels, dispersant systems, and ancillary equipment for oil spill operation; industrial equipment for industrial applications, such as refineries, petrochemical, power generation, and waste oil pits, as well as training and after sales support services. Its customers include major oil companies, governments, ports and harbors, and major spill response organizations worldwide. Vikoma International Limited was founded in 1967 and is based in East Cowes, United Kingdom.

Inhabit Agency

Private Equity Round in 2015
Inhabit is a strategic brand and communications agency. Working with clients in property, the built environment and technology sectors, our experienced and imaginative staff use their proven skills to create smart and beautiful brands and marketing campaigns which deliver in terms of clicks, column inches and engagement, as well as against your business objectives and their impact on sales.

Smith's (Harlow)

Private Equity Round in 2015
Smith's (Harlow) Limited is a precision subcontract engineering company based in Harlow, United Kingdom, specializing in high precision machining services for the aerospace industry. Founded in 1948, the company has established itself as a prominent manufacturer of complex components, including aero-engine rings and nacelle parts, crafted from hard metals to demanding tolerances. With a workforce of over 60 employees, Smith's (Harlow) serves global clients such as Snecma, Bombardier Aerospace, GNK Aerospace Services, and Rolls Royce. The company focuses on delivering high-quality products with significantly reduced lead times, making it a key player in the aero-engine and airframe sectors.

Dukes of London

Private Equity Round in 2015
Dukes of London is a premium promotional merchandise company that serves blue-chip corporations and public entities globally. With offices in London and Mainland China, the company collaborates with partners in the USA, India, and Australia. It offers a comprehensive range of branded merchandise and gifts, alongside global merchandise services, webstores, and storage solutions. Dukes of London specializes in promotional product sourcing, internal company web stores, regional campaign management, and group buying technologies, ensuring a streamlined ordering process for its clients.
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