Caird Capital

Caird Capital is a private equity firm based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in buyouts and middle market investments, focusing on acquiring and developing companies with growth potential. Caird Capital seeks to partner with management teams to enhance operational performance and drive value creation, leveraging its industry expertise and strategic approach to investment. Through its activities, the firm aims to contribute to the long-term success of the businesses in its portfolio.

Neil Scragg

Partner

39 past transactions

Miller Homes

Private Equity Round in 2015
Miller Homes is a prominent developer of residential buildings in the United Kingdom, specializing in the construction of high-quality family homes. The company is recognized for its commitment to excellent customer service and has built a solid reputation based on strategic foundations and a dedicated workforce. In addition to family housing, Miller Homes also engages in the development of retail, office, leisure, mixed-use, and industrial properties, emphasizing a positive environmental impact in its projects. The company's philosophy, known as The Miller Difference, fosters strong relationships with employees and subcontractors, ensuring a fully engaged and committed team dedicated to delivering quality homes.

Miller Developments

Private Equity Round in 2015
Miller Developments is a prominent UK land and property development company known for its expertise across various sectors, including residential, industrial, and office developments. The firm excels in creating value through its diverse experience, which enables it to navigate challenging market conditions effectively. Miller Developments has cultivated a culture of joint ventures, fostering long-term partnerships with both small development firms and large public sector organizations. The company is currently concentrating on regional development markets, focusing on office and residential projects while actively seeking new opportunities. Its commitment to supporting infrastructure requirements ensures that developments meet the needs of clients and communities alike.

Dayco

Private Equity Round in 2015
Dayco is a global leader in the research, design, manufacturing, and distribution of essential engine products and drive systems for various sectors, including automotive, trucking, construction, agriculture, and industry. With over a century of experience, Dayco plays a critical role in transportation, logistics, food production, and infrastructure development. The company is dedicated to delivering high-quality original equipment (OE) solutions for the aftermarket while adhering to its core values of reliability, punctuality, and exceptional service. Dayco's commitment to innovation and resilience enables it to continuously enhance the efficiency of movement in the world, fostering enduring relationships through its products and systems.

Chaucer Foods

Acquisition in 2015
Chaucer Foods Ltd. is a manufacturer and supplier of food ingredients based in Hull, United Kingdom. The company serves food manufacturers both domestically and internationally, focusing primarily on the B2B sector. Chaucer specializes in producing a variety of products, including freeze-dried fruits, vegetables, and dairy items, as well as clusters, infused products, croutons, and various toppings. By utilizing modern freeze-drying technology alongside natural resources, Chaucer ensures that its offerings are durable, healthy, and nutritious, catering to the diverse needs of its clients in the food industry.

Green Property Investment Fund 1

Acquisition in 2015
Green Property is a property development and investment company operating in the core commercial sectors of retail, industrial & office in Ireland.

The World Kitchen

Acquisition in 2015
The World Kitchen is a prominent retailer in the UK, specializing in a variety of high-quality cookware and dinnerware brands. Its product lineup includes trusted names such as Corelle, CorningWare, and Visions Glass Cookware. World Kitchen offers a diverse range of items, including chip and break-resistant dinnerware, lightweight glass bakeware, and a comprehensive selection of saucepans, casseroles, and skillets. The Corelle collection features complete tableware settings with dinner sets and individual pieces, while the CorningWare and Visions ranges provide versatile options that match the performance of stainless steel and other materials. With a focus on both functionality and style, World Kitchen aims to enhance culinary experiences for families and friends.

Ferretti

Acquisition in 2015
Ferretti Group is a leading Italian company specializing in the design, construction, and sale of motor yachts and pleasure craft. The company offers a range of prestigious brands, including Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, Itama, Mochi Craft, CRN, Custom Line, and Wally. Ferretti focuses on the sale of made-to-measure yachts, composite yachts, and super yachts, in addition to offering used boats. Its commitment to luxury and craftsmanship has established it as a prominent player in the global yacht market.

Rodenstock

Acquisition in 2015
Rodenstock GmbH, founded in 1877 by Josef Rodenstock, is a prominent manufacturer of ophthalmic lenses and spectacles frames, headquartered in Munich, Germany. The company develops and markets a wide range of eyewear products, including progressive, single vision, and sport lenses, as well as computer, reading, children's, and sunglasses for both men and women. Additionally, Rodenstock offers various spectacles designed for specific needs such as driving and distance vision. With a global workforce of approximately 4,500, Rodenstock operates production sites for lenses across 15 locations in 13 countries, and sells its products through sales subsidiaries and distribution partners in over 85 countries.

The Vita Group

Acquisition in 2015
Vita Group is a prominent manufacturer of flexible polyurethane foams, established over 60 years ago as British Vita. The company operates 36 facilities across 14 countries, serving a diverse range of industries including automotive, aviation, consumer goods, hygiene, construction, and furniture. Vita Group specializes in producing value-added foam products, as well as Talalay latex and flooring solutions, which are designed to enhance comfort, functionality, and quality. By focusing on innovation and customer needs, Vita Group aims to deliver superior products that meet market demands effectively and efficiently. Their extensive portfolio addresses various applications, providing manufacturers with the materials necessary to improve comfort, noise reduction, and support for end users.

Red Funnel Group

Private Equity Round in 2010
Red Funnel is a transport company based in Southampton, United Kingdom, specializing in passenger and freight ferry services. It operates ferry routes connecting Southampton to the Isle of Wight, providing travelers with an efficient means of transportation to the island. Red Funnel enhances the travel experience by offering modern facilities, including comfortable lounges and a variety of food and drink options, allowing passengers to enjoy their journey as part of a day trip or holiday.

Vernacare

Acquisition in 2008
Vernacare is a leading organization in infection control, specializing in innovative single-use systems for human waste management in healthcare. With over 50 years of experience, the company has developed a comprehensive suite of products designed to minimize cross-infection risks, conserve nursing time, and reduce environmental impact compared to reusable systems. Vernacare is unique in manufacturing a complete human waste disposal system, which includes a range of disposal units and single-use products. Their offerings are certified with the BSI Kitemark and comply with international quality standards. As the world’s largest producer of single-use items, the company manufactures approximately 150 million units annually, focusing on automation and quality control to maintain high product standards. Employing over 200 individuals in the UK and North America, Vernacare collaborates with a global network of partners to provide technical assistance, educational support, and customer care to a diverse clientele in more than 50 countries.

Charterhouse

Acquisition in 2007
Charterhouse is a European marketing communications provider that works in partnership with the marketing departments of blue chip and multinational businesses. Headquartered in the UK and with offices throughout Europe, the company’s range of services includes print management, creative design, data management, permanent point of sale, merchandising, digital, warehousing & distribution and campaign management. Charterhouse delivers a fully outsourced solution and can thereby offer clients a truly independent, conflict-free service.

Fishers Services

Private Equity Round in 2007
Fishers Services is a leading provider of laundry and textile rental services based in Cupar, United Kingdom, primarily serving the hospitality sector in Scotland and the North East of England. The company caters to a diverse clientele, ranging from independent restaurants and bed and breakfasts to major hotel chains and prestigious event venues. Fishers cleans, irons, and delivers over two million items weekly, including fresh linens, luxurious towels, and neatly pressed workwear, ensuring that clients receive high-quality textiles that enhance guest experiences. The company emphasizes ethical sourcing, obtaining its textile products directly from mills to guarantee superior quality and performance tailored to customer needs.

Ainscough Crane Hire

Acquisition in 2007
Ainscough Crane Hire is the largest lifting services company in the UK, providing comprehensive crane hiring and lifting solutions tailored for the petrochemical, energy, infrastructure, and construction industries. With 31 strategic locations across the country, Ainscough offers a truly national service, ensuring accessibility and efficiency for its clients. The company employs computer-aided designs to create precise lift simulations, which enhance operational accuracy and safety. This capability allows contractors and manufacturers to utilize high-capacity cranes equipped with various functionalities, addressing diverse project needs effectively.

M&H Plastics

Acquisition in 2007
M&H Plastics Ltd. is a manufacturer of plastic packaging, specializing in the production of bottles, jars, flexible tubes, and closures. Founded in 1972 and based in Beccles, United Kingdom, the company serves various markets, including personal care, healthcare, nutrition, pet health, automotive, and household sectors. M&H Plastics offers a diverse range of products, including HDPE/PP, PVC, PET bottles, and custom molding solutions, while adhering to BRC standards. With 12 operational sites across the UK, Europe, America, and Australia, the company provides packaging solutions for both local and global market leaders. M&H Plastics is recognized for its award-winning design and development capabilities, encompassing various molding techniques and decoration options, including antimicrobial and sustainable packaging solutions. The company has a significant presence in over 30 countries, producing over 900 standard and custom packaging products to meet diverse client needs.

Polypipe

Private Equity Round in 2007
Polypipe is a manufacturer of plastic piping systems, for use in the residential, commercial, civil, and infrastructure sectors. With over 20,000 product lines, a fleet of over 400 vehicles, and a workforce of almost 3,000 people, we have developed a deep understanding of the Residential, Commercial and Civils, and Infrastructure market sectors. Founded in 1980 in Doncaster, Polypipe was producing a full range of plastic drainage products by 1988 and we have continued to grow and open up exciting new markets ever since. In 2014 Polypipe Group plc was admitted to the London Stock Exchange.

David Lloyd Leisure

Acquisition in 2007
David Lloyd Leisure is a prominent sport, health, and leisure business that operates a network of fitness clubs and leisure centers across the Republic of Ireland and mainland Europe. The company provides a range of facilities, including gyms, heated indoor and outdoor pools, and racquet sports facilities. It also features well-equipped group exercise studios, children's activity centers, and luxurious spa services, catering to a diverse clientele. David Lloyd Leisure focuses on promoting health and wellness through its comprehensive offerings, creating an environment that encourages fitness and leisure activities for individuals and families.

Lambert Smith Hampton

Acquisition in 2007
Lambert Smith Hampton is a prominent property consultancy in the UK and Ireland, operating from over 40 offices with a workforce of approximately 1,700 professionals. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in London, the company specializes in managing complex commercial property portfolios for a diverse clientele, including investors, developers, and occupiers in both public and private sectors. Lambert Smith Hampton offers a comprehensive suite of services, encompassing acquisitions, disposals, lettings, building consultancy, lease advisory, capital markets, planning, property management, and valuation. The firm is dedicated to delivering informed solutions that help clients achieve their business objectives while addressing the challenges within the built environment.

Bifold Group

Acquisition in 2007
Bifold Group can now offer an expedited delivery service on selected products in the ranges listed on our website within the 48hr tab, typically within 48 hrs of receipt of order. Bifold Fluidpower Ltd. is a leader in the design and manufacture of hydraulic and pneumatic stainless steel directional control valves and accessories for hazardous, corrosive and subsea environments.

Gradus

Acquisition in 2007
Gradus Limited, founded in 1966, specializes in providing contract interior solutions for commercial office, education, healthcare, and retail sectors. The company offers a wide range of products, including stair edgings, floor trims, carpets, vinyl flooring, barrier matting, wall protection, and LED lighting systems. With a workforce of over 300 employees, Gradus serves both UK and international markets. The company emphasizes problem-solving and customer support, ensuring that its brand values of quality and expertise are reflected in all its activities. Gradus aims to deliver comprehensive solutions that meet the diverse needs of its clients at competitive prices.

Nylacast

Acquisition in 2007
Nylacast Limited specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, and supply of precision engineered polymer solutions. Founded in 1967 and based in Leicester, United Kingdom, the company produces low-weight and low-friction polymers tailored for safety-critical applications in various sectors, including automotive, energy, agriculture, and marine. Its product offerings encompass high-performance polymers, semi-finished products, custom casting solutions, and cut-to-size options. Nylacast's innovations are particularly significant in areas such as electronic power steering, electric braking systems, transmissions, and turbocharging, ensuring that their materials enhance performance in demanding environments. The company has established a strong international presence and continues to serve a diverse range of industries, reinforcing its reputation for quality and reliability.

Securistyle

Acquisition in 2006
Securistyle designs and develops door opening solutions. It offers access control solutions, identification technology solutions, automatic doors, hotel security solutions, hinges, restrictors, locks, handles, cylinders, and ancillary products.

D&DLondon

Acquisition in 2006
D&D London Ltd. is a hospitality group that operates a chain of restaurants and bars across major cities, including London, Leeds, Paris, New York, and Tokyo. Founded in 1991 and based in London, the company features a diverse portfolio that highlights the talents of esteemed chefs, sommeliers, and bartenders. In addition to its restaurants, D&D London manages a hotel in London, which offers luxury accommodations, a bar, a gym, a spa, and various dining and meeting spaces. The hotel also provides services for private dining and events, enhancing its appeal to both leisure and business travelers. D&D London was previously known as Conran Restaurants Limited before rebranding in March 2007.

House of Fraser

Acquisition in 2006
House of Fraser is a prominent premium department store group that has been serving customers for over 150 years. Originating as a small drapery shop in Victorian Glasgow, it has evolved into a nationally recognized retail chain known for its diverse offerings. The company specializes in a wide range of products, including womenswear, menswear, children's clothing, toys, fashion accessories, beauty products, home furnishings, food items, Scottish gifts, stationery, and haberdashery. House of Fraser aims to meet the varied needs of its customers by providing quality fashion and beauty products in an inspiring shopping environment.

Wood

Acquisition in 2006
Wood Group is a company that specializes in providing pre-operations, hook up and commissioning, operations and maintenance, and engineering services. With a focus on ensuring the smooth transition from construction to operations, Wood Group offers a range of expertise to support various industries. From initial project planning to ongoing maintenance, Wood Group is dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions to meet the needs of its clients.

T.M.Lewin™

Acquisition in 2006
T.M.Lewin has been providing the business world with shirts, suits, and accessories since 1898. With a real passion for design and focus fixed on quality, the Great British business wear retailer continues to create fresh, stylish and versatile collections for today’s professional men and women, over 120 years after the very first store opened on London's Jermyn Street.

Camira

Acquisition in 2006
Camira is a designer and manufacturer of fabrics tailored for commercial interiors, serving a variety of sectors including offices, education, healthcare, retail, and passenger transport. The company produces over 10 million yards of fabric each year from its facilities in the UK and Lithuania. Camira specializes in spinning and dyeing yarn, as well as blending bast fiber crops with wool, to create a diverse range of fabrics. These fabrics are crafted using more than 100 looms, including dobby, jacquard, and plush, ensuring that they meet the latest technical and flammability standards. Camira's offerings enhance interior spaces with vibrant colors and distinctive designs, making them a prominent choice for various environments where comfort and aesthetics are essential.

Adare Group

Acquisition in 2006
Adare Group Limited is a prominent provider of marketing and secure communication solutions, serving blue-chip clients both in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company specializes in outsourced marketing services, which encompass print management, promotional items, and essential communications through both paper-based and electronic channels. Its offerings include critical mail, precision marketing, hybrid mail solutions, business process outsourcing, and inbound document scanning. Additionally, Adare Group provides comprehensive design and packaging solutions, secure products to safeguard identities and documents, and operates as an integrated creative marketing agency that leverages digital expertise and data-driven strategies. Established in 1989 and headquartered in Huddersfield, United Kingdom, Adare Group comprises two specialist divisions: Adare International and Adare SEC, which collectively enhance its global marketing services.

Mono Consultants

Acquisition in 2006
Mono Consultants Limited is a provider of network support services to the mobile telecommunications sector in the United Kingdom. Established in 1997 and based in Glasgow, the company also has offices in Manchester, Stratford, Belfast, Solihull, and London. Mono Consultants offers a comprehensive range of services that cover the entire life cycle of telecommunications assets, including deployment, site services, asset management, network support, project management, site decommissioning, and maintenance. The firm aims to meet the diverse needs of communication network users and mobile phone operators by providing tailored support solutions. Formerly known as James Barr Consultants Limited, the company rebranded to Mono Consultants Limited in December 2002.

Steelite International

Acquisition in 2006
Steelite International Limited is a prominent manufacturer and supplier of tabletop and buffet products tailored for the international hospitality industry. Established in 1983 and headquartered in Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, the company provides a diverse range of products, including alumina vitrified, bone china, porcelain, melamine, slate, and glass tableware. Its offerings also encompass various glassware, such as stemware and barware, stainless steel cutlery, and an array of buffet products, including chafers and beverage servers. Steelite International serves a global clientele, supplying restaurants, hotels, casinos, and cruise lines with high-quality dining solutions. The company operates regional offices around the world, reinforcing its commitment to meeting the needs of its customers in the hospitality sector.

McColl's Retail Group

Acquisition in 2005
McColl's Retail Group is a prominent retailer in the UK, operating approximately 1,600 stores, which include over 1,200 convenience stores and more than 550 post offices. The company specializes in offering everyday groceries and a diverse selection of products, such as fresh produce, snacks, ready meals, and beverages, alongside services like Lotto and Paypoint. With a strong emphasis on neighborhood retailing, McColl's aims to enhance its customer offerings, particularly in the areas of fresh and chilled products. The majority of the group's revenue is generated from its convenience store operations, positioning it as the second largest multiple convenience operator in the UK.

Tuffnells Parcels Express

Acquisition in 2005
Tuffnells Parcel Express is a parcel delivery service in the United Kingdom, specializing in the shipping needs of mobility manufacturers. The company focuses on distributing mixed freight and is adept at handling items with irregular dimensions and weights. Tuffnells ensures efficient tracking of parcels, with local teams available to provide real-time routing information to its clients. This commitment to reliable service positions Tuffnells as a key player in the logistics sector.

Clyde Bergemann

Private Equity Round in 2005
Clyde Bergemann Power Group International Limited specializes in manufacturing and supplying systems for clean energy applications across various sectors, including power generation, utilities, petrochemicals, and industrial operations in Europe, the United States, Asia, and Africa. The company offers a wide range of products, such as boiler and superheater cleaning systems, sootblowers, and ash handling solutions, designed to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Additionally, Clyde Bergemann provides air pollution control technologies, including electrostatic precipitators and flue-gas desulphurization systems, as well as energy recovery solutions like heat exchangers and biomass boilers. The company also serves industries such as steel and copper with specialized firing solutions and offers comprehensive services, including maintenance, optimization, and troubleshooting. Established in 1998 and headquartered in Glasgow, United Kingdom, Clyde Bergemann operates as a subsidiary of Clyde Bergemann Power Group.

DCK Concessions

Acquisition in 2005
DCK Concessions is one of the fashion jewelry retailers or wholesalers, working with many leading High Street brands. They operate B2B and B2C, trade their own website, and have extensive retail and logistics operational capability.

The Malcolm Group

Acquisition in 2005
The Malcolm Group is a prominent provider of logistics, construction, and maintenance services based in Linwood, United Kingdom. The company offers a comprehensive range of logistics services, including road transport solutions, specialist equipment, and both bonded and standard warehousing, with approximately 5 million square feet of warehousing space across ten locations, three of which are located rail-side. Additionally, The Malcolm Group provides construction services, waste management, and maintenance solutions, including third-party maintenance, aimed at fostering successful partnerships with stakeholders for long-term mutual benefit. Their commitment to innovative and practical solutions positions them as a key player in the UK's logistics and construction sectors.

Premex Group

Acquisition in 2004
Premex Group is a specialist outsourcing organisation offering a diverse range of products and services to the insurance, healthcare and legal sectors. Premex is part of the ExamWorks family, a leading global independent medical examinations provider headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Premex Group is supported by a team of over 800 employees and has continued to invest in innovative tools, including an online appointment booking system Vu Portal, and medico-legal report writing software, X-Port. As a leading outsourcing agency, Premex Group manages medico-legal reports, rehabilitation services as well as more complex cases, all with speed, efficiency and accuracy.

Willerby

Acquisition in 2004
Willerby Ltd, founded in 1946 and based in Hull, United Kingdom, is a leading manufacturer of static caravan holiday homes and lodges. The company produces approximately 70 different models across 23 product ranges, catering to a variety of price points. Willerby is recognized for its premium quality and technical innovation, employing around 900 people across its two expanded production sites. It serves both the retail and fleet markets through a robust national dealer network and long-standing partnerships with holiday park operators. Its products are distributed not only throughout the United Kingdom but also in several countries across Europe, including France, Spain, Belgium, and Germany, ensuring a broad international presence.

Kew Green Hotels

Private Equity Round in 2001
Kew Green Hotels Ltd. is a hotel management company based in Richmond, United Kingdom, that owns and operates a range of hotels across major cities including London, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham, and Portsmouth. Established in 2000, the company specializes in hotel and asset management, offering services that include financial management, consultancy, and reporting. Kew Green Hotels caters to both business and leisure travelers, providing accommodation, conferencing, and meeting facilities. In addition to managing its own properties, Kew Green Hotels also manages assets on behalf of various hotel owners, from high net worth individuals to global financial institutions. The company operates as a subsidiary of CTS HK Metropark Hotels Management Co. Ltd.
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