Cairngorm Capital

Cairngorm Capital is a private investment firm established in 2014 and based in London, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in providing equity capital and management expertise to mid-market private companies within cash-generative niches, focusing primarily on industrial and business-to-business sectors. Cairngorm Capital targets UK-headquartered businesses that generate operating profits ranging from £2 million to £20 million, and it has committed over £50 million in equity capital for new investments. The firm is particularly interested in companies operating in the home, repair and maintenance, health and wellness, wealth services, and sustainability sectors. Cairngorm Capital collaborates closely with company management to drive substantial long-term earnings growth.

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 and Founder

Amit Thaper

Investment Director

Zuzanna Thompson

Director Of Operations

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, operating as Munnypot, is a financial advisory and investment service provider based in Steyning, United Kingdom. Established in 2015, the company offers an online platform where individuals can access tailored investment recommendations to meet their financial goals. Munnypot provides various account options, including individual savings accounts (ISA), junior individual savings accounts (JISA), and general investment accounts (GIA). The platform features automated services such as financial advice chats, monitoring of investment performance, and recommendations for maximizing ISA allowances. Munnypot also supports customers through live chat, email, and phone assistance. Originally founded as i-saver Global Limited, the company rebranded to Munnypot Limited in February 2017. The founding team brings over 75 years of combined experience in finance, fund management, and financial advice.

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 Hants, United Kingdom, has been providing essential healthcare community equipment and services since its incorporation in 1965. The company specializes in the distribution and manufacture of assistive technology, including wheelchairs, walking sticks, beds, hoists, and pressure care equipment. Additionally, it offers home improvement agency services aimed at facilitating independent living for service users. By focusing on personalized assessment services, Millbrook Healthcare enables patients to access the equipment and adaptations necessary for their specific needs, promoting a better quality of life in home environments.

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 and panel products in the United Kingdom, serving the construction, fit-out, and house-building sectors. Founded in 1920 and based in Sheffield, the company offers a diverse range of products, including softwoods, hardwoods, joinery products, cladding, decorative surfaces, engineered timber, trusses, and floor systems. Additionally, Arnold Laver is involved in land and building regeneration and operates holiday parks. The company aims to provide quality materials to both public and private sector clients in construction and commercial industries. As of January 2020, it 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, specializing in a wide array of timber products, sheet materials, and joinery items. The company offers a comprehensive selection that includes gardening and landscaping products, flooring, doors, and engineered wood. It also features a specialized division for roof solutions, which designs and fabricates roof trusses, spandrel panels, insulated roof cassettes, and the innovative NYTROOF Rapid Fit System. Headquartered in Northallerton, NYTimber operates a substantial design, manufacturing, and distribution center in Brompton-on-Swale, along with regional retail outlets in several locations, including North Shields, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, and Richmond. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including large construction firms, property developers, self-builders, DIY enthusiasts, and the general public, serving customers throughout Yorkshire, the North East, and beyond.

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 headquartered in Banbury, United Kingdom. The company specializes in offering a wide range of competitively priced supplies, including roof windows, bathroom products, doors, tiles, outdoor and garden products, kitchen items, and tools. Catering to both trade and retail customers, Building Supplies Online aims to provide accessible and affordable building materials, ensuring that clients can easily obtain the products they need for various construction and renovation projects.

Thornbridge Sawmills

Acquisition in 2017
Thornbridge Sawmills is a direct importer 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 diverse clientele, including local builders, construction companies, joinery manufacturers, and DIY enthusiasts. Thornbridge specializes in processing and converting a wide range of sustainable timber products sourced from responsible producers globally. Its extensive warehousing and distribution capabilities enable the business to offer a customizable selection of products, accommodating various stock section sizes and lengths at competitive prices. Through its comprehensive service offerings, Thornbridge meets the needs of both commercial and individual customers in the construction and joinery sectors.

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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