Cairngorm Capital

Cairngorm Capital, established in 2014 and headquartered in London, is a private equity firm focusing on mid-market investments in the United Kingdom. The company specializes in cash-generative niches within industrial and business-to-business markets, targeting manufacturers, distributors, and service companies. Cairngorm Capital typically invests in UK-headquartered businesses with operating profits (EBIT) of £2-20m, providing equity capital and management expertise to support long-term growth.

Matt Anstead

Managing Director

Alex Bayliss

Managing Director

Geoffrey Craythorne

Operating Partner

Rob Cross

Operating Partner

John Douglas

Operating Partner

Annie Finlayson

Operating Partner

Lucy Graham

Investment Director

Lee Hess

Chairman

John Naylor-Leyland

Managing Director

Andrew Steel

Managing Partner

Amit Thaper

Managing Director

Zuzanna Thompson

Operations Director

Stuart Whiteford

Managing Director

17 past transactions

Whitefoord

Acquisition in 2021
Whitefoord is a wealth management organization that provides investment and advisory services.

Munnypot

Acquisition in 2021
Munnypot Limited, established in 2015 and headquartered in Steyning, UK, operates as an online investment and financial advisory platform for individuals. The company, founded by experienced finance professionals with over 75 years of collective expertise, offers a range of services including Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), Junior ISAs, and General Investment Accounts (GIAs). Munnypot provides automated features such as auto-advice on investments, goal tracking, and fund performance monitoring. Additionally, they offer Robo financial advice alongside live chat, email, and phone support for clients seeking personalized assistance. The company formerly operated under the name i-saver Global Limited before rebranding to Munnypot in 2017.

E-zec Medical Transport

Acquisition in 2021
E-zec Medical Transport is a leading provider of high-quality, fully tailored ambulance transport solutions to the NHS and private sector. Father and son Paul and Derek Swann set up the independent private ambulance company in 1998 to support public and private sector customers. Today, they are one of the longest established and largest independent ambulance providers and one of the few that operate exclusively in the patient transport sector.

Bromborough Paints

Acquisition in 2021
Bromborough is an independent paint distributor supplying paint and decorating supplies. Bromborough Paints supplies professional decorators and the DIY enthusiast with all the major brands, from wallpapers and paints to stylish accessories and woodcare products, making it the first choice when it comes to decorating supplies.

Grant & Stone

Acquisition in 2019
Grant & Stone Limited is a supplier of building products based in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. Established in 1986 and formerly known as Incramaster Limited, the company specializes in providing a wide range of goods for the building, plumbing, and electrical trades. Its offerings include electrical, plumbing, timber, bathroom, kitchen products, and lighting solutions. Grant & Stone operates several branches with extended hours, serving as a one-stop trade account for customers needing materials for construction and renovation projects. The company prides itself on delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service through a knowledgeable and experienced team. By focusing on customer needs and fostering strong relationships, Grant & Stone has positioned itself as a leading independent merchant in the region, recognized for its reliability and commitment to quality.

Millbrook Healthcare

Acquisition in 2019
Millbrook Healthcare Ltd, headquartered in Hampshire, United Kingdom, has been providing healthcare solutions since its incorporation in 1965. The company specializes in delivering community equipment, including wheelchairs and assistive technology, as well as home improvement agency services that facilitate independent living for clients. By offering a range of products such as walking sticks, beds, hoists, pressure care equipment, and alarm systems, Millbrook Healthcare tailors its services to meet the specific needs of patients, ensuring they can remain in their homes comfortably and safely. With its experience and focus on customer needs, Millbrook Healthcare plays a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of individuals in the community.

Sentry Doors

Acquisition in 2019
Sentry Doors Ltd is a specialist manufacturer and supplier of timber fire-rated and security door sets based in Doncaster, United Kingdom. Established in 1989, the company focuses on producing standard and security fire-rated doors, door sets, and screens, while also offering a range of related products including vision panels, sidelights, fanlights, and acoustic door sets. Additionally, Sentry Doors provides solutions that comply with Part M and DDA requirements, catering to various sectors such as education, health, social housing, and both residential and commercial markets. The company also offers contract management services, reinforcing its commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its clients.

Arnold Laver

Acquisition in 2018
Arnold Laver & Co Ltd. is a manufacturer, importer, and distributor of timber, panels, and associated materials tailored for the construction, fit-out, and house-building sectors in the United Kingdom. Established in 1920 and headquartered in Sheffield, the company specializes in a diverse range of products, including softwoods, hardwoods, joinery items, decorative surfaces, engineered timber, and various building components such as trusses and floor systems. Additionally, Arnold Laver engages in land and building regeneration and operates holiday parks. The company serves both public and private sector clients, providing quality materials for commercial projects and residential developments. As of January 2020, Arnold Laver operates as a subsidiary of National Buying Group LLP.

Helix Tool Company

Acquisition in 2018
Helix Tool Company Limited is a manufacturer and distributor of precision engineering cutting tools, based in Leeds, United Kingdom. Established in 1994, the company specializes in a diverse array of products, including drilling, milling, threading, turning, and grooving tools, as well as spindle tooling and deburring tools. Helix Tool serves various sectors such as aerospace, automotive, medical, oil and gas, and power generation, catering to the needs of both large industries and subcontract engineering firms. Additionally, the company distributes cutting tools from various brands, positioning itself as an independent distributor of high-quality tools in the North of England.

Rembrand Timber

Acquisition in 2018
Rembrand Timber Ltd. is a UK-based company that specializes in the import, distribution, and manufacture of timber and timber products. Established in 1982 and headquartered in Tealing, it serves a diverse clientele, including joiners, small builders, and large contractors. The company offers a wide range of products, including sheets, joinery products, building materials, insulation, and outdoor landscaping items. Additionally, Rembrand Timber manufactures engineered timber components such as door sets, roof trusses, and floor cassettes. Its products are available through various channels, including mills, factories, shops, and showrooms, allowing tradesmen and customers to make informed choices in a well-designed retail environment. The company operates multiple branch offices across the UK, enhancing its accessibility to clients in various regions.

Parker Building Supplies

Acquisition in 2018
Parker Building Supplies is a prominent independent Timber and Heavyside Builders' Merchant located in the South East of England, serving both retail and trade customers. The company has garnered multiple national awards for its excellence in the industry. Through a strategic expansion and acquisition program over recent years, Parker Building Supplies has grown significantly, now employing over 280 staff members across 25 locations in the region.

NYTimber

Acquisition in 2018
NYTimber is an independent timber merchant based in North Yorkshire, serving the North East and beyond. The company offers a comprehensive range of timber and sheet products, along with joinery items, gardening and landscaping supplies, stairs, windows, flooring, doors, and engineered wood. NYTimber also features a specialized roof solutions division, which designs and fabricates various roofing products, including roof trusses, spandrel panels, insulated roof cassettes, and its innovative NYTROOF Rapid Fit System. Headquartered in Northallerton, the company operates a 120,000 square foot design, manufacturing, and distribution center in Brompton-on-Swale, supported by regional retail outlets in locations such as North Shields, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, and Darlington. NYTimber caters to a diverse clientele, including large construction firms, house builders, property developers, self-builders, DIY enthusiasts, and the general public across Yorkshire and nationally.

MJ Wilson Group

Acquisition in 2018
MJ Wilson Group, founded in 1972, is the largest independent distributor and service provider of process instrumentation and control products in the UK. Headquartered in Grimsby, the company operates five regional hubs located in Cardiff, Gravesend, Grimsby, Stockport, and Sheffield. MJ Wilson specializes in the distribution of maintenance, repair, and overhaul components, including process instrumentation, valve and control stud bolts, gaskets, and various engineering consumables. The company is recognized for its technical expertise and its ability to deliver critical components swiftly to a diverse range of blue-chip clients throughout the UK. MJ Wilson has established a strong reputation for outstanding customer service, fostering long-term relationships with its customers across various industries.

Building Supplies Online

Private Equity Round in 2017
Building Supplies Online Ltd is an online distributor of building products, established in 2010 and based in Banbury, United Kingdom. The company specializes in a wide range of products, including roof windows, bathroom fixtures, doors, building materials, tiles, outdoor and garden supplies, kitchen products, and tools. By offering competitively priced building supplies, Building Supplies Online caters to both trade and retail customers, ensuring they have access to essential products for their construction and renovation projects. The company's emphasis on online sales allows for a convenient shopping experience, positioning it as a key player in the building supplies market.

Thornbridge Sawmills

Acquisition in 2017
Thornbridge Sawmills is a direct importer, processor, and distributor of timber and sheet materials, operating from a combined sawmill and distribution hub in Grangemouth and eight regional branches across Scotland. The company serves a broad clientele, including local builders, joiners, construction firms, DIY enthusiasts, and public works contractors. Thornbridge Sawmills specializes in offering a diverse selection of sustainable timber products sourced from responsible producers worldwide, ensuring a wide variety of stock section sizes and lengths. Its significant warehousing, processing, manufacturing, and distribution capabilities enable the company to provide a comprehensive and customizable range of products, meeting the needs of both commercial and individual customers efficiently and affordably.

Stevenswood

Private Equity Round in 2017
Stevenswood Ltd. is a manufacturer and supplier of a wide range of doors and windows based in Livingston, United Kingdom. Established in 1997, the company provides various products including casement windows, tilt and turn windows, reversible windows, sash and case windows, as well as PVC panel doors, composite doors, French doors, bi-fold doors, and patio doors. Additionally, Stevenswood offers conservatory roofs and kitchen doors. The company serves a diverse clientele, including installation companies, builders, developers, councils, housing associations, and architects. With trade centers located across the UK, from Gosport to Inverness, Stevenswood ensures that its products are easily accessible to customers throughout the region.

Polyframe

Acquisition in 2016
Polyframe Trade Ltd. is a manufacturer and supplier of trade windows, doors, and conservatories specifically designed for trade installers and builders in the United Kingdom. The company's product range includes various types of windows such as casement, French, tilt and turn, and vertical sliders, as well as different styles of doors including residential, composite, and bi-folding options. Additionally, Polyframe offers solid roof systems, aluminum windows and doors, and custom frame solutions. The company markets its products under well-known brands such as Rehau, Halo, Eurocell, Veka, and Duraflex. Founded in 1992 and originally known as Hi-Spec Windows, Polyframe changed its name in 1994 and is headquartered in Halifax, United Kingdom.
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