CBPE Capital

CBPE Capital, established in 1984 and previously known as Close Brothers Private Equity, is a private equity firm focused on the UK mid-market. Initially, the firm concentrated on lower mid-market businesses with enterprise values up to £25 million, but it evolved to manage larger funds that attracted a broader, international investor base. Notably, the firm raised its first significant fund in 2000, which allowed for investments in larger UK-headquartered companies with global operations. After a successful fundraising history that included funds such as CBPE Capital VI and VII, CBPE Capital became independent in 2008 through a management buyout and rebranded itself. Currently, the firm is investing from its eighth fund, which closed on £405 million in commitments and has completed nine investments to date. CBPE Capital remains entirely owned by its management team, continuing its commitment to investing in the mid-market sector.

Ted Bell

Investment Manager

Martin Bodenham

Associate Director

Sean Dinnen

Managing Partner

Peter Gissel

Partner

Harry Hewlett

Director

Gessica Howarth

Investment Manager

Jason Khaksar

Partner

Ben Lewis

Director

Nicholas (Nick) MacNay

Managing Partner

Thomas McDonnell

Investment Director

Rachel Milton

Investment Manager

Eleanor Mountain

Partner, Head of Investor Relations

Matthew Murphy

Portfolio Partner

Andrew New

Investment Manager

Maximilian O’Connell

Investment Manager

Rupert Parker

Investment Director

Naveen Passi

Director

Adam Richardson

Investment Director

Richard Thompson

Partner

Oliver Walton

Investment Manager

Oliver Waltoon

Investment Manager

Matthew Watmore

Investment Manager

James Whittington

Investment Manager

33 past transactions

Mindera

Private Equity Round in 2021
They build high performance, resilient and scalable software systems to empower global businesses. They develop their projects by thinking Agile and focusing on building value-adding products! They are proud of their work and they love to learn all and everything while navigating through a collaborative environment.

Arbor Education

Private Equity Round in 2020
Arbor helps schools tranform the way they work, saving teachers time and improving student outcomes. The company has two products, a Management Information System to automate school workflows, saving teachers time, and benchmarking analytics to identify areas of concern and reduce time to intervention.

ETL Systems

Private Equity Round in 2020
ETL designs and manufacture professional RF distribution equipment for satellite ground stations and other microwave users. The product range includes L-Band Routers, Switches, Splitters, Combiners and Amplifiers covering DC-40GHz.

IDEAL Networks

Acquisition in 2019
IDEAL Industries Networks Limited provides data cable tester. It provides portable handsets for data cable and network testing, validation, and certification. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Stokenchurch, United Kingdom.

Blatchford

Acquisition in 2018
Blatchford is a world leading rehabilitation provider with clinical expertise in prosthetics, orthotics, special seating and wheelchairs. They design and manufacture the multi award-winning Endolite range of lower limb prostheses and provide clinical services to patients to the NHS, military and internationally. With 128 years of innovation and expertise behind us, they produce the world’s most advanced microprocessor artificial limbs.

Rodericks Dental

Private Equity Round in 2017
Rodericks Dental is a dental service provider based in Northampton, United Kingdom, specializing in both NHS and private dental care. The company offers a wide range of services, including oral health advice, general dental treatments, and advanced procedures, ensuring comprehensive care for its patients. Rodericks is committed to delivering high-quality dental services and takes pride in its ability to offer NHS treatments in all its practices across the UK. Each member of the Rodericks team is carefully selected and trained to maintain high standards of care, ensuring that patients receive the service they expect and deserve, whether they choose NHS or private treatment options.

SAFECHEM Europe

Acquisition in 2017
Safechem Europe, a pan-European provider of solvent-related services for surface and dry cleaning. SAFECHEM Europe GmbH provides SAFE-TAINER system for the transport, storage, and handling of solvents. The company’s system allows customers to use chlorinated and non-chlorinated solvents as a cleaning agent for their products, as well as for surface and dry cleaning applications.

SpaMedica

Private Equity Round in 2016
SpaMedica Ltd. provides medical and surgical eye patient services. It offers various vision related treatments, such as cataract surgery, age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, eyelid tumors, sight correction, ptosis, glaucoma, implantable contact lenses, and multifocal lens implants. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Manchester, United Kingdom.

ABI (UK)

Acquisition in 2016
ABI is a prominent manufacturer of caravan holiday homes based in Beverley, East Yorkshire, employing over 400 people. Recognized as one of the leading brands in the caravan holiday home sector, ABI ranks as the second largest supplier in the UK market by volume. The company produces a diverse range of products, including static caravans and travel homes, catering to major holiday park groups, smaller independent parks, and various dealerships across the UK. By offering a variety of holiday accommodations, ABI aims to provide customers with enjoyable and convenient holiday experiences.

OH Assist

Acquisition in 2015
OH Assist Limited provides occupational health services for customers in the United Kingdom. Its services include attendance and performance advice, case management, consulting, drug and alcohol testing, diagnostics and treatments, employee assistance program, first aid at work training, health and safety management, first day absence management, fitness for task medicals, health surveillance, immunization, management information, medical risk management, occupational hygiene, online assistance, pre-placement screening, training and education assistance, and vocational rehabilitation services. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

sofa.com

Acquisition in 2015
Sofa.com sells high quality sofas and beds online. The product prices are cheaper than the high street because the company has one warehouse in Earl's Court instead of lots of shops. All business is conducted over the phone or online, although interested customers are welcome at the warehouse to test out the products. The website allows visitors to customize their product by size, colour and fabric. There are also a few extras available, like scatter cushions and fabric protection. Delivery is usually free.

Compre Group

Acquisition in 2015
Compre is a legacy specialist with over 30 years of experience in the acquisition and management of insurance and reinsurance companies and portfolios in run-off.

Anesco

Acquisition in 2014
Anesco is a national company dedicated to helping businesses, local authorities, housing associations and homeowners to reduce their carbon emissions. They provide comprehensive energy services, from audits through to recommendations, installations and capital funding plans. Their specialist team has managed some of the UK’s largest and most complex energy efficiency projects.

Allied Glass Containers

Acquisition in 2013
Allied Glass Containers Limited designs and manufactures glass packaging products in the United Kingdom. It offers glass containers, flint gicel glass, bottles, and mouth ware for food, soft drinks, beers, spirits, and liquor markets. Allied Glass Containers Limited was formerly known as Bickland Limited and changed its name to Allied Glass Containers Limited in October 1999. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Leeds, United Kingdom.

Cote Restaurants

Acquisition in 2013
Their inspiration for the food and design of Côte is a modern interpretation of the many famous bistros of Paris. Inspired by new trends, we are dedicated to serving authentic classic brasserie dishes with a modern twist, using high quality produce at great prices. On the menu, guests will always find brasserie favourites on their à la carte menu such as steak frites, moules marinières, corn-fed chicken from rural Brittany and tuna Niçoise, for dessert, Côte’s crème caramel and crème brûlee are much–loved house specialities.

Medica Group

Acquisition in 2013
Medica Group is a leading provider of teleradiology services in the UK, specializing in the outsourced interpretation and reporting of MRI, CT, and X-ray images. The company offers a range of services to hospital radiology departments, including NightHawk, an out-of-hours reporting service, as well as routine reporting for cross-sectional imaging and plain film examinations. Medica has created a secure IT platform that facilitates seamless connectivity between hospital Radiology Information Systems and its network of consultant radiologists, ensuring comprehensive patient information is accessible for each report. With a broad network of consultant radiologists outside the NHS, Medica is trusted to conduct over 1.3 million examinations annually for more than 100 NHS Trusts and various private hospital groups. Additionally, the company provides specialized services such as multiparametric prostate MRI, cardiac reporting, and various audit services, enhancing the quality and scope of radiological care in the UK.

Xafinity

Acquisition in 2012
Xafinity is a UK specialist in pensions actuarial, consulting and administration, providing a wide range of advisory and compliance services to over 550 pension scheme clients. The Company combines expertise, insight and technology to address the needs of both pension trustees and sponsoring companies. The Group has more than 430 employees, and offices in 6 locations across the UK: Reading, Leeds, Stirling, Belfast, London and Manchester.

Assisted Reproduction & Gynaecology Centre

Private Equity Round in 2012
Assisted Reproduction & Gynaecology Centre specialises in IVF clinics. Right from our beginning in 1995, we had an innovative approach. Now many of the techniques and protocols we used at the start have become standard in other clinics. Read more about our ethos of a truly comprehensive and personalised service which brings top results.

JTC

Private Equity Round in 2012
JTC PLC is an independent provider of fund, corporate, and private wealth services, catering to institutional and private clients globally. The company operates through two main segments: Institutional Client Services and Private Client Services. Its fund services encompass the administration of various listed and unlisted funds across multiple asset classes, including real estate, private equity, renewables, hedge, and debt. JTC also offers company secretarial and administration services tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises, public companies, multinationals, sovereign wealth funds, and private offices. In the realm of private wealth services, the company specializes in the formation and administration of trusts, companies, and partnerships for high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals, as well as private and family offices. Founded in 1987, JTC PLC is headquartered in St Helier, Jersey.

Hollywood Bowl Group

Private Equity Round in 2010
Hollywood Bowl Group is the market leader in an industry which offers excellent growth opportunities. The business has a strong track record of industry outperformance, thanks to an excellent management team and a history of investment-backed growth. Hollywood Bowl Group has built a reputation for delivering outstanding family entertainment in venues that are also aspirational leisure destinations for young adults and perfect for corporate parties and events. Since its formation in 2010, Hollywood Bowl Group has modernised the customer bowling experience. With innovations like its state-of-the-art booking and scoring systems, and centres offering American diners, licenced bars and exclusive VIP lanes, Hollywood Bowl Group has brought bowling into the 21st Century. The company employs 2000 team members, 100 of whom are based at its central support center in Hemel Hempstead.

Warwick Chemicals

Acquisition in 2008
For over 30 years, Warwick Chemicals has manufactured Mykon grades of TAED, an activator which produces the powerful oxygen based bleach, per acetic acid. They’re the world’s largest producer of this energy saving additive. Their products are now an essential element in washing powders and automatic dishwashing products produced across 5 continents and in over 50 countries

Away Resorts

Funding Round in 2008
Away Resorts Limited operates a variety of holiday parks across the UK, including locations in Lincolnshire, the Isle of Wight, North Wales, Hampshire, Hayling Island, and Essex. The parks feature accommodations such as lodges, caravans, chalets, glamping options, and facilities for touring and camping. Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities and amenities, including evening and kids' entertainment, outdoor cinemas, dining options, spa retreats, and a cycle center. The company also serves as a wedding venue and organizes local events. In addition, Away Resorts sells holiday homes, soft toys, and gift vouchers through its online platform. Established in 2007 and based in Hemel Hempstead, Away Resorts was formerly known as Ingleby (1768) Limited before rebranding in 2008.

Rosemont Pharmaceuticals

Acquisition in 2006
Rosemont Pharmaceuticals manufactures and supplies liquid medicines. Its product categories include anesthesia, cardiovascular system, central nervous system, endocrine system, gastro-intestinal system, infections, malignant disease and immunosuppression, musculoskeletal and joint disease, nutrition and blood, and respiratory system, as well as obstetrics, gynecology, and urinary-tract disorders.

BWA Water Additives

Acquisition in 2006
BWA Water Additives UK Limited manufactures and sells water treatment technology solutions worldwide. It serves various industries, including oil and gas; geothermal; industrial water treatment; thermal desalination; and membrane desalination. BWA Water Additives UK Limited was formerly known as BioLab Water Additives and changed its name to BWA Water Additives UK Limited in May 2006. The company was founded in 1973 and is based in Manchester, United Kingdom. It has locations in Tucker, Georgia; Singapore; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The company has manufacturing and distribution centers worldwide. As of February 14, 2019, BWA Water Additives UK Limited operates as a subsidiary of Italmatch Chemicals S.p.A..

IDIS

Acquisition in 2005
Around the world, patients with unmet medical needs are frequently driven to seek access to medicines outside the clinical trial and commercial setting. Idis is the leading expert in developing, implementing and managing global Managed Access Programs by which pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and healthcare providers can respond to the needs of these patients. Idis has over 27 years experience of partnering with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to create regulatory-compliant, ethical access to medicines for healthcare professionals and their patients with unmet medical needs. Since 1987, Idis has developed and managed access to thousands of medicines from virtually every therapeutic category, impacting the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients. Around the world, a variety of terms are used to describe these programs including “expanded access”, “named patient”, “ATU”, “compassionate use”, and “early access”.

Moody International

Acquisition in 2004
Moody is a leading worldwide provider of quality and safety services to the global energy industry. It also provides systems certification services to the manufacturing, construction and service markets.

Fishers Services

Private Equity Round in 2004
Fishers is the market leader for laundry, textile rental and industrial workwear throughout Scotland and the North East of England. Fishers services a range of customers – from independent restaurants and local B&Bs to major hotel chains, such as Premier Inn, and world class event venues including Edinburgh’s International Conference Centre. Fishers cleans, irons and delivers more than two million items every week, providing fresh sheets, pillow cases and duvet covers, luxurious towels, neatly pressed napkins and crisp chefs’ whites to hotels and restaurants across the country ensuring every visitor experience is a great one.

V.Ships

Venture Round in 2003
V.Ships is the world's largest provider of independent ship management and related marine services to the shipping industry: • An international company with 44 offices located in 26 countries employing 1,100 office staff and 22,500 sea staff; servicing a fleet of over 600 vessels encompassing most major ship types. • A brand which covers, in addition to its core ship management activities, a broad range of maritime services including crewing, leisure, financial, consulting, commercial and agency services. Since the company's formation in Monaco in 1984, V.Ships has grown by opening new offices in major maritime centres around the world and by adding new services to it's product range. In recent years, organic growth has been supplemented by inorganic growth. In 1998, V.Ships acquired Celtic Marine - an Isle of Man headquartered company specialising in the provision of manning services to ship owners. In January 2001, V.Ships acquired Acomarit, a leading ship management company, to create the world's largest ship management and shipping services group. Following these two acquisitions, the V.Ships group has implemented a new branding strategy. This website explains the broad range of services - ship management, manning, leisure management, commercial management, financial services, consulting services and ship agency - now provided to customers under the V.Ships brand name.

Fosroc Mining

Acquisition in 2003
Fosroc Mining supplies speciality chemicals and consumables to the global mining industry.

Gradus

Private Equity Round in 2001
Gradus Limited offers a comprehensive range of Contract Interior Solutions including stair edgings & floor trims, carpet & vinyl flooring. Gradus was founded in 1966 and has evolved from a flooring accessories business, which still remains at the heart of its activities, into a fully fledged contract interior solutions provider. With over 300 employees serving both the UK and International markets, Gradus offers solutions for floorcoverings, barrier matting, wall protection, and lighting design, in addition to a comprehensive range of stair edging and floor trim profiles. Our culture is built on problem solving, service and customer support, and the Gradus brand values of quality and expertise are implemented throughout all business activities to ensure peace of mind for all our customers. Download the Corporate Brochure for further information or contact us.

Park Resorts

Acquisition in 2001
Park Resorts Group is a leading UK caravan park operator with 35 parks situated in coastal areas across England, Scotland and Wales. Park Resorts Group Ltd was established after GB Holiday Parks was acquired by ABN AMRO Capital in November 2004 for £105 million.

Hillarys

Acquisition in 2001
Hillarys manufactures blinds, curtains, and shutters for living and dining rooms, conservatories, bedrooms and children's bedrooms. It provides made-to-measure blinds, curtains and shutters to customers in their homes throughout Britain and Ireland.

Network Disaster Recovery

Private Equity Round in 2000
Network Disaster Recovery is provides disaster recovery and business continuity services which safeguards business systems. The company's services include a two hour response time, up to 16 weeks on site services in a disaster, full system testing, full technical support, site survey and full communications, and network solutions. It serves customers in a wide variety of industries, with clients including Orange and Avon Cosmetics.
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