LDC

LDC is a private equity firm established in 1981 and serves as the private equity arm of the Lloyds Banking Group. Specializing in the mid-market segment, LDC provides financial investments, offering up to £100 million for buyouts and development capital transactions in unquoted UK companies. The firm's client portfolio includes a diverse range of industries such as technology, media, telecommunications, support services, retail, travel, leisure, healthcare, construction, and financial services. LDC has supported approximately 550 small and mid-sized companies since its inception, engaging in various investment types, including management buyouts, development capital, secondary buyouts, and institutional buyouts.

Dale Alderson

Director

David Andrews

Investment Director

Steve Aston

Investment Director

Guy Bagshaw

Investment Director

David Bains

Investment Director

Chris Baker

Investment Director

Mike Barker

Investment Director

Michael Beckham

Investment Director

Jonathan Bell

Investment Director

Abhi Bhattacharya

Investment Manager

Violette Castagné

Investment Director

Jonathan Caswell

Investment Director

John Clarke

Investment Director

Chris Coulton

Portfolio Director

Anthony (Tony) Dalwood

Director

Leigh Daveran

Investment Director

Lawrence G Dean

Head of South region

Lee Donaldson

Investment Director

Martin Draper

Co-Head and Chief Executive

Joseph Fison

Investment Director

John Garner

Director

John Gassner

Investment Director

Dan Gluckman

Investment Executive, London

John Green

Investment Director

Sam Grey

Director of Marketing and Communications

Andy Grove

Head of New Business

Stefan Gunn

Investment Director

Chris Handy

Director

Phil Hinson

Investment Director

Mark Howden

Investment Director

Dewi Hughes

Investment Director

Richard Ibbett

Investment Director

Ann Kenny

Finance Director

Richard Kirby

Director of Value Enhancement Group in National

Andy Lyndon

Investment Director

Karen Mann

Investment Director

Gareth Marshall

Head of North East Yorkshire and North East

Chris Morris

Investment Director

James Morris

Investment Director

Matt Newbold

Investment Director

Aylesh Patel

Investment Director

Alistair Pendleton

Head of LDC in South West and South Wales

Robin Powell

Director

Rob Powell

Director

Harshavardhan Ramanan

Investment Director

Martin Rowland

Investment Director

Will Scales

Investment Director

Robert Schofield

Director, Midlands

Oliver Schofield

Investment Director

Patrick Sellers

Senior Director

Dan Smith

Head of Yorkshire Yorkshire and North East

Yann S. Souillard

Managing Director

Joe Tager

Investment Director

Geoff Tomlinson

Investment Director

Aziz Ul-Haq

Director

Martyn Vitty

Director

Alastair Weinel

Investment Director, South

Richard Whitwell

Head of Midlands

Chris Wright

Investment Director

252 past transactions

Cleveland Containers

Private Equity Round in 2022
Cleveland Containers are one of the leading container providers in UK, offering a wide range of shipping containers of different sizes, types and colours. We also provide various services related to shipping containers like biomass boiler housings, depot services, shipping container conversions, technical services by our efficient engineers and much more. We deliver standard containers for sale in UK within 24 hours of receiving the payments.

Blis

Private Equity Round in 2022
Blis is the global leader in real-world intelligence. We specialise in understanding real, human behaviour by analysing vast quantities of mobile location data. This gives businesses a uniquely powerful tool: the truth about what people actually do, to improve consumer engagement and deliver measurable sales uplift. Our Smart Platform provides unmatched transparency, accuracy and scale through three proprietary technologies: SmartPin, Smart Scale and Smart Places. This enables more effective planning, activation and measurement for marketers and business decision makers alike, fuelling the next generation of insight-driven marketing. With 33 offices across five continents, Blis works with the world’s largest and most customer-driven companies across all verticals including Unilever, Samsung, McDonald's, HSBC, Mercedes Benz and Peugeot, as well as every major media agency to reach over a billion mobile devices a year.

Specialist People Services Group

Private Equity Round in 2022
Specialist People Services Group Ltd. provides recruitment and training services. It offers recruitment and training services to transportation and logistics organizations and other organizations, such as haulers, supermarkets, parcel delivery firms, manufacturing and construction firms, and public sectors; and driver hire training, online people management, and rail support services. The company was founded in 1983 and is based in Bradford, United Kingdom with additional offices in the United Kingdom. It also has operations in Australia.

Aspire Technology Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2022
Aspire is an award-winning managed services company specialising in hosted services, data centre solutions, communications and IT support. Established in 2006, they have grown organically year on year with 150+ highly trained staff and now have sites across the North East and London. At Aspire they provide a personal service to their customers and avoid selling pre-packaged products. Because of this customer-focused approach, they have been able to attract business from a wide range of prestigious organisations across the UK and Europe. Aspire’s company values are focused on delivering excellence in everything that they do. For us, it’s not about the physical products that they supply, but more about the overall solution they deliver and the way in which they deliver it. They begin by gaining a thorough understanding of your business and IT goals. They ask the right questions and listen to what you have to say. Then, they provide the best tailored solution possible and at the same time, remove the challenges from your IT systems. As a result, whether you are looking to improve your existing IT systems, outsource your IT management services, or are in need of an IT makeover – partnering with Aspire ensures you can get on with the business of business. In addition to this, Aspire are proud to have received several awards over the years, including Small Business of the Year in 2013, while Chairman Nigel Begg received Entrepreneur of the Year at the Insider Media Dealmaker Awards in 2014.

Bramble Foods

Private Equity Round in 2022
Bramble Foods is a food distributor that specializes in providing pickles, chutneys, and sauces tailored for the independent retail and gift markets. The company offers a wide range of fine, ambient foods, allowing clients to conveniently source products for cakes, biscuits, confectionery, hampers, and seasonal goods. Through its focus on the independent sector, Bramble Foods supports retailers with high-quality food items that enhance their offerings and meet diverse customer needs.

Marmalade Technologies

Secondary Market in 2021
Marmalade Technologies is dedicated to empowering developers to create high-quality content across various devices. The company believes that technology should facilitate innovation rather than hinder it, allowing creators to craft exceptional experiences for their audiences. At the heart of Marmalade's offerings is the award-winning Marmalade Platform, which enables the development of high-performance 2D and 3D games and applications. This flexible development environment is complemented by an extensive ecosystem of partner services, tools, and technologies that seamlessly integrate with the platform. In addition to providing development support, Marmalade Game Studio creates original projects and collaborates with a diverse client base, delivering acclaimed titles that have achieved millions of downloads. The company's talented team, comprising designers, artists, developers, and testers, works diligently to realize clients' visions, consistently producing successful AAA titles. Headquartered in London, Marmalade Technologies has experienced significant growth by leveraging its high-performance C++ technology to penetrate new markets. Popular games like SimCity BuildIt, Angry Birds Pop!, and Plants vs Zombies have been developed using Marmalade’s innovative solutions.

REAL Digital International

Private Equity Round in 2021
REAL Digital International plays a key role in helping organizations to solve complex fulfillment challenges. The business optimizes client supply chains through its use of automation technology, software, personalization, and managing bespoke uniquely coded products to create more efficient production processes and reduce costs. The business supports a broad range of sectors including large healthcare organizations to operate pioneering home testing kit programs to support home testing and screening programs such as bowel cancer and general wellness. RDIL also serves some of the UK’s largest mobile network operators, providing a personalized mobile SIM packaging and delivery service across their broad supply chains.

LeMieux

Private Equity Round in 2021
LeMieux’s products are globally recognised for their quality, durability, technical performance, and design.

Sohonet

Secondary Market in 2021
Sohonet provides technical services for the film and media industry, including secure high-speed networking, Internet connectivity, storage, hosting, data management and digital negative management for file-based productions. We employ a core team of experts who have worked within production and post-production at all levels – from technicians to consultancy and senior management. Sohonet has a thorough understanding of the workflows, requirements and challenges of the industry which is unmatched by standard telecommunications providers. We specialise in solutions that are flexible, dynamic and tailored specifically to the requirements of the client.

Wireless CCTV

Private Equity Round in 2021
Wireless CCTV LLC (WCCTV) was formed in 2001. Following initial research and development, the Company grew quickly to become the global leader for rapid deployment, mobile surveillance cameras, body cameras, site security cameras and time lapse video production. Wireless CCTV (WCCTV) is the market leader for rapid deployment, mobile surveillance systems specifically designed to deliver video securely and efficiently via 4G LTE networks. WCCTV was the first company to have a video product certified by Verizon Wireless in the US for 4G LTE and 3G transmission. WCCTV is based in Dallas, Texas, having originally been founded in the UK, and has an established distributor and partner network around the world. The Company prides itself on developing innovative, customer-focused products and providing world-class customer support services.

Phoenix Datacom

Acquisition in 2021
Phoenix Datacom is the UK’s most technically competent provider of solutions and professional services to improve the performance & security of data centres, networks and applications.

Foundation SP

Private Equity Round in 2020
Foundation SP Limited provides digital solutions and services that engages people and unlocks the value of data. It includes digital and data strategy, digital and cultural transformation, organizational design, and innovation and horizon scanning solutions. The company offers digital solutions, which includes business productivity services, cloud applications, and data and AI solutions. It provides support services, which includes managed services, retained services, and migration services. Foundation SP Limited was formerly known as JCCO 280 Limited and changed its name to Foundation SP Limited in December 2011. The company was incorporated in 2011 and is based in Reading, United Kingdom.

Ross Trustees Services

Private Equity Round in 2020
Ross Trustees Services Limited provides educated and professional trustee and pensions support services. It offers independent trusteeship, project management, secretarial services, secure online portals, and other services. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Reading, United Kingdom.

Rhino Products

Private Equity Round in 2020
Rhino Products Ltd manufactures light commercial vehicle accessories. The company offers load carrying and restraint systems for light commercial vehicles, such as roof racks, bars, ladder transportation systems, steps, and door ladders. Rhino Products Ltd was founded in 1997 and is based in Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom with additional locations in Grubbenvorst, the Netherlands; Kraków, Poland; and Mölnlycke, Sweden.

Beekman Associates, LLC

Private Equity Round in 2020
Beekman Associates, LLC operates as a global marketing consultancy that develops and provides a web-based (SaaS) marketing procurement platform called RightSpend. The platform provides assessment to the brands for their marketing activity. It offers services, including procurement transformation, market negotiation support, efficiencies and benchmarking, data analytics, and marketing dynamics. The company was incorporated in 2001 and is based in New York, New York with an additional office in London, United Kingdom.

Aker Systems

Venture Round in 2020
Aker Systems Limited, established in 2016 and headquartered in Bicester, United Kingdom, specializes in designing and building secure data enabling products for both government and private sector clients. The company provides highly secure enterprise data platforms, including a hardened cloud environment that transforms public cloud services into secure private settings, as well as a managed data exchange for efficient data landing. Additionally, Aker Systems offers a domain streaming engine to facilitate data streaming. Through its proprietary technology solutions, the company enhances performance, reduces costs, and improves data management and sharing across large organizations.

Ashtons Hospital Pharmacy Services

Private Equity Round in 2020
Ashtons Hospital Pharmacy Services Limited provides medicines management services to individual hospitals and healthcare groups in the United Kingdom. The company was incorporated in 2005 and is based in East Sussex, United Kingdom.

James and James Fulfilment

Private Equity Round in 2020
James and James Fulfilment Ltd. is a Northampton-based company that specializes in cloud-based order fulfillment software. Founded in 2010, the company provides a comprehensive solution for eCommerce brands, allowing them to manage and optimize inventory levels, fulfill orders from multiple channels, and identify the best shipping services. Their technology also enables live order tracking for customers and includes tools for auditing carrier performance. By leveraging this unique and real-time software, James and James Fulfilment aims to enhance the reputation of eCommerce brands, facilitate business growth, and support expansion into new markets worldwide.

Solid Solutions

Secondary Market in 2020
Solid Solutions is the UK and Ireland’s reseller of SOLIDWORKS, the 3D computer aided design (CAD) package that is owned by Dassault Systems and used by more than five million people worldwide.

Omniplex

Private Equity Round in 2020
Omniplex eLearning solutions provider that's changing the way businesses train.

Global Autocare

Private Equity Round in 2019
Global Autocare (Global) is a leading provider of unique fleet solutions to large and small-scale businesses across the UK. Its services include daily rental, contract hire, fleet management, mobility solutions, maintenance and repair, movements and storage.

Commsworld

Private Equity Round in 2019
Commsworld Ltd. operates as a telecommunications network provider and an Internet service provider in the United Kingdom. It offers fiber Ethernet, VPLS, EFM, EoFTTC, and broadband network solutions; chat, presence, voice, video, and document collaboration unified communications solutions; and cloud based solutions. The company also engages in maintaining a range of support services. Commsworld Ltd. has a strategic partnership with CityFibre. The company was founded in 1994 and is based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Commsworld Ltd. has additional offices in Glasgow and Aberdeen, United Kingdom.

Croud

Private Equity Round in 2019
Croud Inc Ltd., a global digital marketing agency, provides custom-built technology services. The company offers services in the areas of PPC, SEO, amazon, content, paid social, programmatic, creative, analytics and insight, croud commerce, and international digital marketing. It also operates Croud Control, a suite of Croud tools to automatically audit and monitor client accounts; and Google marketing platform, a solution for in-house marketing teams that provides services ranging from search and display to creative and analytics. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in London, United Kingdom with additional locations in Sydney, Australia; Shrewsbury, United Kingdom; and New York, New York.

SRL Traffic Systems

Acquisition in 2019
SRL Traffic Systems Limited manufactures portable and temporary traffic equipment for the traffic management industry. The company provides support services, including inspection and maintenance, repairs and servicing, traffic light products training, and battery exchange services. In addition, the company offers short course training including 2, 3, 4-way, pedlight, multiphase and multiphase double head operational usage. The company’s product includes radiolight , cablelight, quartzlight, eurolight, pedlight, and urban64. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Middlewich, Cheshire, United Kingdom.

ELE Advanced Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2019
ELE Advanced Technologies Ltd. manufactures and supplies machining components for industrial gas turbine, aerospace, automotive, and other industries. The company offers precision components that include turbine blades, nickel alloy combustion heat shields, nozzle guide vanes, center housings, turbine housings, and manifolds for vehicle turbochargers. It also provides aero engine products, such as compressor blades, exhaust liners and heat shields, turbine blades, and nozzle guide vanes; and turbine housings, center housings, and integrated manifolds. ELE Advanced Technologies Ltd. was founded in 1955 and is based in Colne, United Kingdom with a factory unit in Trencin, Slovakia.

Instinctif Partners

Acquisition in 2019
Instinctif Partners Limited is a business communications consultancy that specializes in financial and corporate communications, public policy, and audience engagement, serving clients in the UK and internationally. The firm offers a wide range of services, including strategic insight, creative solutions, government relations, and public affairs, which encompass lobbying, media management, and crisis communication. It provides consulting across various sectors, including finance, consumer goods, and life sciences, offering senior advisory services on corporate positioning and reputation management, as well as support for capital raising and investor relations. Instinctif Partners also assists clients in the Middle East and North Africa with brand reputation, employee engagement, and public support services. The company has a diverse client base spanning industries such as mining, infrastructure, and ICT. Established in 1972 and headquartered in London, Instinctif Partners has expanded its presence to multiple international locations, including offices in Germany, South Africa, the UAE, and Australia.

Mosaic Fulfilment Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2019
Mosaic Fulfilment Solutions Ltd is a provider of outsourced business service solutions based in York, United Kingdom. Established in 2009, the company specializes in a range of services including contact center operations, digital print and mail, e-commerce fulfillment, information technology and data management, response handling, and warehousing. Mosaic is recognized for its expertise in e-commerce fulfillment and is one of the few companies accredited by DataSeal, ensuring high standards in data handling. Additionally, it has a strong focus on donation processing, serving as a key player in the third sector service market.

Tailored Brands

Acquisition in 2019
Tailored Brands, Inc. is a authority on helping men dress for work, special occasions and everyday life. They serve their customers through an expansive omnichannel network that includes over 1,700 locations in the U.S. and Canada as well as our branded e-commerce websites. Their brands include Men's Wearhouse, Jos. A. Bank, Joseph Abboud, Moores Clothing for Men and K&G Fashion Superstores. We also operate a global corporate apparel and workwear group consisting of Twin Hill in the United States and Dimensions, Alexandra and Yaffy in the United Kingdom.

Plimsoll Productions

Private Equity Round in 2019
Plimsoll Productions creates and produces non-scripted content from its offices in Bristol, Cardiff and Los Angeles. The creative team has produced many hits and won Baftas, Emmys and RTS awards. In little more than five years, the company has secured orders for more than 50 series, working for clients in the US, UK and Canada. Completed shows and formats are sold all over the world: Plimsoll controls distribution after acquiring a significant stake in Magnify Media.

Onecom

Private Equity Round in 2019
Onecom is the UK’s largest independent business telecommunications provider delivering fixed line, mobile, Unified Communications and connectivity solutions. It is a company that has achieved meteoric growth through substantial investment in its people and processes – its priority being to deliver unparalleled customer service at every level. Based in Hampshire, Onecom operates twelve regional offices and employs over four hundred staff.

Texthelp

Private Equity Round in 2019
Texthelp provides literacy software solutions for individuals, K-12 and higher education students, and publishers.

MSQ Partners

Acquisition in 2019
MSQ Partners is a collaborative network of agencies focused on helping businesses develop strong emotional connections with their brands. Established in 2011 and headquartered in London, the company offers a range of integrated marketing communication services, including advertising, public relations, brand strategy, direct and digital marketing, and research. Its diverse agencies, such as The Gate for advertising and Smarts for public relations, work together to attract, convert, and retain customers while fostering innovation through flexibility and ensuring quality through senior involvement. MSQ Partners aims to enhance customer relationships and support accelerated growth for its clients.

Amberjack

Private Equity Round in 2019
Amberjack Global Limited designs and delivers early careers and large scale recruitment programs. The company offers future talent recruitment, apprentice recruitment, graduate recruitment, and volume recruitment and RPO. Its solutions also include strategy and design; assessment and selection; and applicant tracking system, video interviewing, intelligent attraction, situational judgement tests, RPO, development, candidate experience, apprentice, candidate chat, onboarding, and digital assessment centers. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Newbury, United Kingdom.

Little Fish

Private Equity Round in 2019
Little Fish (UK) Ltd is a managed information technology services provider based in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Established in 2003, the company offers a comprehensive range of IT solutions, including managed IT services, IT consultancy, cloud services, and cybersecurity solutions. Its offerings encompass end-user computing, infrastructure management, robotic process automation, service integration, IT outsourcing, and various cloud-related services such as cloud security and consulting. Additionally, Little Fish provides CISO-as-a-Service, delivering tailored security solutions. The company serves a diverse clientele, including manufacturers, retailers, and government entities, positioning itself as a credible alternative to larger managed service providers in the mid-market and enterprise sectors.

Evolution Funding

Private Equity Round in 2019
Evolution Funding is a motor finance company based in Chesterfield, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing technology-driven solutions for car dealers and consumers. The company connects auto finance providers with multiple lenders, offering a range of market-leading motor finance products through over 4,500 approved dealer partners. Evolution Funding has evolved from a traditional brokerage into a technology-led platform, providing pre-screening, lead generation, and point-of-sale digital technologies. Its services include online credit offerings under the brand My Car Credit and credit score and eligibility checking through My Car Credit Score. This transformation enables dealers to generate leads, enhance compliance, and improve vehicle sales while prioritizing customer needs.

ZipWorld

Private Equity Round in 2019
ZipWorld is an unique range of very special adventures and experience Europes longest ziplines or our massive underground trampolines & high-rope cavern adventures.

BWML

Private Equity Round in 2018
BWML offer an online chandlery service as well as a highly competitive brokerage service.

SMH Fleet Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2018
SMH Fleet Solutions Limited specializes in vehicle management and logistics services tailored for the motor industry. Founded in 2002 and based in Worcester, United Kingdom, the company provides a range of solutions including demonstration, press, and captive fleet management. It features a web-based company car fleet management system that enables users to manage their vehicles online, thereby reducing costs associated with transactions and vehicle processes. Additionally, SMH offers an interactive system for overseeing reallocation pool fleets, allowing users to track vehicles through various stages such as inspection, refurbishment, and logistics. The company also provides delivery and collection services using car transporters, along with inspection, refurbishment, and storage services. Its clientele includes vehicle manufacturers, dealers, leasing companies, rental companies, and fleet operators.

Love Energy Savings

Private Equity Round in 2018
Love Energy Savings operates an online platform for gas and electricity price comparisons tailored for homes and businesses in the United Kingdom. Established in 2007 and based in Bolton, the company provides users with instant and free comparisons, allowing them to easily identify the most suitable energy suppliers and tariffs without needing to make phone calls. The platform specializes in offering accurate comparisons for both domestic and business energy markets, particularly benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises. By presenting pricing information in a clear, tabular format, Love Energy Savings enables users to make informed decisions regarding their energy needs efficiently.

FC Business Intelligence

Acquisition in 2018
Business, technology and policy are changing faster than ever before. We provide our clients with clarity in the chaos. The global economy is changing. Markets are shifting, technology is evolving at high speed, and policy and regulatory frameworks adapt continuously to keep pace. This changing business world provides real opportunities for companies to grow. But in order to succeed, they need clarity of purpose, confidence in their capabilities and the right connections.

Neilson Holidays

Acquisition in 2018
Neilson Active Holidays Limited, trading as Neilson, operates a travel agency that provides activity holidays worldwide. It engages in delivering ski holidays to ski resorts, sailing holidays in the Mediterranean, and beach holidays in Greece and Turkey. Neilson Active Holidays Limited was formerly known as Sunworld Sailing Limited and changed its name to Neilson Active Holidays Limited in October, 1999. The company was founded in 1978 and is based in Brighton, United Kingdom.

Martin Audio

Private Equity Round in 2018
Martin Audio Ltd. manufactures and supplies professional loudspeaker systems for touring, theatre, and installation applications. It offers active array and subs, passive line arrays and subs, active portable loudspeakers and subs, passive portable loudspeakers and subs, stage monitors, electronics, and accessories for touring, theatre, and portable applications; and active array and subs, passive line arrays and subs, active point source loudspeakers and subs, passive point source loudspeakers and subs, ceiling speakers, outdoor loudspeakers and subs, stage monitors, electronics, and accessories for indoor and outdoor commercial applications. The company was founded in 1971 and is based in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. As of December 19, 2019, Martin Audio Ltd. operates as a subsidiary of Focusrite Plc.

Linley & Simpson Ltd.

Private Equity Round in 2018
Linley & Simpson believe in delivering a top quality service to all our clients and are continually re-investing in the latest ideas, people, systems and software to ensure that the company remains the leader in the market. Our stated aim is to build trust with our customers through a professional and fair approach, to ultimately make moving easy.

NBS

Private Equity Round in 2018
NBS, specialist provider of technical information for construction industry professionals, offers essential, innovative products and services, highly valued by those working in architecture, construction, design and engineering. NBS Create is a ground-breaking new specification tool that ensures all documentation works together intelligently throughout the entire project timeline, from concept stage to completion and beyond, to save time and money. More than 5,000 offices across the UK subscribe to NBS products, including 96 of the top 100 AJ practices.

Right Choice Insurance Brokers

Private Equity Round in 2018
Right Choice Insurance Brokers Limited, established in 2007 and based in Romford, United Kingdom, specializes in providing tailored insurance brokerage solutions. The company offers a diverse range of products, including motor, home, bike, van, commercial, taxi, motor trade, and breakdown insurance. Founded by Mike Joseph, who has over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, Right Choice aims to deliver personalized service by evaluating each policy on its own merits. This approach allows the company to identify opportunities for reducing premiums and securing competitive rates for its clients. By fostering strong relationships with leading insurers, Right Choice Insurance Brokers has developed a proven track record of saving customers money while ensuring that they receive the coverage they need. The firm caters particularly to clients who may have difficulty navigating online insurance options, emphasizing the importance of human interaction in the brokerage process.

Retail and Asset Solutions

Venture Round in 2018
Retail & Asset Solutions is a provider of retail and pharmaceutical stocktaking, store development and supply chain management services.

Mandata Ltd.

Acquisition in 2018
Mandata Ltd. specializes in providing software solutions tailored for the transport and logistics industry. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including transport management software that can be deployed via cloud or on-premise, enabling efficient management of road haulage operations. Key features of its software include fleet tracking, job geo-fencing, driver behavior monitoring, electronic proof of delivery, and mobile applications for real-time access to operational data. Mandata's solutions also encompass warehouse management, inventory control, and maintenance records for vehicles and trailers. Additionally, the company serves various sectors such as bulk haulage, temperature-controlled distribution, and vehicle logistics. Mandata Ltd. further offers support services including data backup, disaster recovery, software customization, and training. Established in 1974 and based in Cramlington, United Kingdom, Mandata Ltd. was previously known as Softleaf Limited before rebranding in 2010.

Paladone

Private Equity Round in 2018
Paladone is a gift designer company that creatos and innovatos giftware with a history of spanning 21 years. The company provides an extensive range of licensed giftware together with its own branded product ranges. Its product development process is a balance; carefully considering the right fit for a licence while ensuring every product is relevant and practical, driven by the trends of today, and setting trends for the future. Paladone products are innovative, enduring and exciting.

Precision Micro

Acquisition in 2018
Precision Micro is one of the world’s few production photo etching specialists, producing more than 50 million components each year for industry-leading names. The UK’s first established photo etching company, They have unrivalled technical know-how, achieving multiple industry firsts and setting the standard for accuracy and repeatability. Precision Micro is backed by £2 billion global engineering group, Meggitt PLC, enabling the depth of resource to meet world-class levels of product quality, productivity, competitiveness and continuous improvement.

DUNCAN & Todd

Private Equity Round in 2018
Duncan & Todd has outlets in Aberdeenshire, Moray, Inverness-shire, and Tayside, as well as on Skye and in Wick and St Andrews.

ATCORE Technology

Private Equity Round in 2018
ATCORE Technology specializes in developing travel reservation software that caters to the dynamic needs of global holiday operators. The company offers a software as a service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance the efficiency of booking processes, search optimization, and distribution. By focusing on the complexities associated with dynamic package holidays, ATCORE provides essential tools that support businesses in the competitive leisure travel market. With a team characterized by long-term commitment and expertise, ATCORE aims to deliver innovative solutions that address the evolving demands of the travel industry.

Forest Holidays

Private Equity Round in 2017
Forest Holidays is a company based in Moira, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing luxurious accommodation in woodland settings. Their offerings include eco-cabins and treehouses, many of which feature private hot tubs, and are situated exclusively on Forestry Commission land. By strategically locating their properties near mountains, coastlines, and countryside, Forest Holidays aims to connect guests with nature and local communities, facilitating authentic experiences in Britain's diverse forest meadows and woodlands.

Lakelovers

Acquisition in 2017
Lakelovers is a property management and lettings agency specialising in premium holiday cottages across the Lake District.

A-Gas

Private Equity Round in 2017
A‑Gas is the world leader in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants, blowing agents, industrial gases, halon and fire suppressants used in the HVAC, refrigeration, insulation, solvent, manufacturing and medical sectors.

Kee Safety

Private Equity Round in 2017
Kee Safety is a prominent global supplier of safety systems and solutions, specializing in hand rail, guard rail, and barrier systems. Established in 1934 in the UK, the company initially focused on providing KEE KLAMP fittings for the agricultural sector. Over the years, Kee Safety has evolved into a comprehensive safety equipment provider, offering a diverse range of products designed to protect individuals from potential hazards. As of November 2017, Kee Safety operates as a subsidiary of Investcorp Securities Limited, further enhancing its capabilities and reach in the safety solutions market.

Eque2

Acquisition in 2017
Eque2 provides business management software for construction and contracting industries. The company provides construction for Sage accounts software that offers various tools to operate and manage business for small and medium size contractors; EVision construction accounting software that helps clients to manage the construction and contracting lifecycle; Evaluate, a pre- and post-contract construction estimating software solution that allows to produce accurate and consistent tenders, budget cost plans, and final accounts; and Eque2 housebuilding software that helps clients to enhance their operations at every stage from site acquisition, land development, building, and selling to customer care. It also provides support-related services, including training, project management, report writing, and business analysis consultancy services.

Babble Cloud

Acquisition in 2017
IP Solutions Limited provides unified communications services in the United Kingdom. The company provides hosted VoIP solutions, including call conferencing, VoIP handsets and soft phones, connectivity and security, implementation and training, and IP SIP trunking; and cloud services, including Microsoft Lync 2013 and Microsoft Office 365 implementation, advanced business continuity, cloud backup and disaster recovery, application delivery, server hosting and virtual servers, and cloud implementation and workshops.

Vista Retail Support

Private Equity Round in 2017
Vista Retail Support Ltd. is an independent provider of information technology support services, primarily serving the retail, hospitality, and leisure industries in the United Kingdom and internationally. Established in 1995 and headquartered in Cardiff, the company specializes in a range of services that include in-store technology support, project deployment, cabling infrastructure, and hardware procurement. Vista also offers maintenance services, secure data erasure, and recycling solutions, ensuring that clients maintain optimal functionality of their electronic point of sale (EPOS) systems. By focusing on these areas, Vista Retail Support enables its clients to deliver a seamless experience to their customers. The company operates independently and was previously a subsidiary of DigiPos Store Solutions Group Ltd.

ENSEK

Acquisition in 2017
ENSEK LTD develops a SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) platform for the energy market. The company's platform offers billing, market entry, customer relationship management, industry process management, settlement, real time data analytics, energy accounting, and margin/revenue assurance solutions. Additionally, the company provides business process outsourcing, agent appointment, and advisory service. The company caters to energy suppliers and consumers. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

Patrick Parsons

Private Equity Round in 2017
Patrick Parsons provides design services across civil, structural, geo-environmental and M&E disciplines to blue-chip clients.

Stuart Turner

Acquisition in 2017
Stuart Turner is a globally recognized manufacturer of water-boosting products that enhance water pressure for both residential and commercial applications. The company specializes in domestic shower pumps and custom systems that integrate cold-water boosting, pressurization units, and circulators. These solutions effectively manage the supply of hot and cold water in large commercial buildings and industrial settings. Stuart Turner is noted for its product innovation, quality, and reliability, assisting customers in minimizing energy usage and maximizing water efficiency, thereby supporting their environmental objectives.

Pelsis Ltd

Acquisition in 2017
Pelsis delivers innovative brands to the facilities management industry, offering our global customer base a wide range of products to support their FM needs. Based in the UK, Pelsis develops leading brands for specialist commercial markets, including flying insect control, bird control, general pest control and washroom hygiene solutions. Leading brands - Our reputation is built on leading brand heritage, developed with extensive knowledge of our markets and supported by experts in each field. Each of our brands is over 20 years old, built on a reputation of high quality products and support services. We continually work to develop our brands to support our distributors across our territories. Leading products - Customer insight is at the heart of our product innovation programme, allowing us to develop world class products designed with serviceability, design and quality in mind. Our close working relationships with customers is key to our product development ethos, giving us insight into the needs of our customers as well as specifiers and end users.

Guardian Global Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2017
Guardian Global Technologies provides a complete turnkey solution for clients - from design and manufacture through to comprehensive field-based training and commissioning.

Lucid Group

Venture Round in 2017
Lucid Group is a global healthcare communication company that specializes in providing innovative solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. The company aims to influence behavior, enhance clinical practices, and improve health outcomes through its tailored services. Lucid Group prides itself on its diverse team, which includes designers, researchers, managers, and writers, all of whom contribute unique skills and perspectives. This collaborative environment fosters creativity and allows for the development of bespoke packages that cater to individual client needs. Lucid Group's commitment to excellence is reflected in its recruitment of exceptional talent from various academic and industry backgrounds, ensuring a close-knit team capable of delivering impactful healthcare communication strategies.

Digital Chaos

Acquisition in 2017
Digital Chaos is a privately held e-sports franchise have several eSports teams.

Addo Food Group

Acquisition in 2017
Addo Food Group Limited is a UK-based company specializing in the chilled savory pastry market, which is valued at approximately £1 billion. The company produces a diverse range of pastry products under well-known brands, including Pork Farms, Wall’s, Millers, Scrummy Eggs, Bowyers, Too Good, and Farmhouse. Its product offerings encompass sausage rolls, pork pies, hot pies, savory eggs, pastries, quiche, flans, and tarts. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Nottingham, Addo Food Group was previously known as Pork Farms Group Limited until it rebranded in August 2015. The company is committed to delivering high-quality products and emphasizes innovation to inspire its employees, customers, and consumers.

Fatboy

Private Equity Round in 2017
Fatboy the original B.V. is a Dutch company based in ‘s-Hertogenbosch that specializes in manufacturing indoor and outdoor décor products. The company is known for its diverse offerings, which include colorful bean bags, poufs, lounges, air loungers, and various seating accessories. In addition to seating solutions, Fatboy produces a range of lighting equipment, such as table lights, standing lights, and pendant lights. Their outdoor product line features seating, lighting, tables, carpets, hammocks, and parasols, catering to both residential and commercial markets. Fatboy distributes its products through retail stores and online platforms, appealing to a wide audience with its vibrant and innovative designs.

Hill Biscuits

Acquisition in 2017
Hill Biscuits Ltd. is a prominent manufacturer and supplier of a diverse range of biscuits, including malted milk biscuits, coconut cream sandwiches, chocolate-flavored options, shortbread, gingerbread men, and various sweet biscuits. Founded in 1855 and based in Ashton-under-Lyne, United Kingdom, the company has established itself as one of the largest biscuit manufacturers in the UK. It serves a wide array of customers, including retail industries, food manufacturers, importers, caterers, and food service sectors, both domestically and internationally. Hill Biscuits is committed to traditional baking practices, using high-quality ingredients and family recipes passed down through generations to create delicious products suitable for various occasions. Their offerings are available in multipacks, clear wraps, assorted trays, and mini packs, catering to different consumer preferences.

Blue Bay Travel

Venture Round in 2017
Blue Bay Travel Ltd provides travel agency services. It offers Caribbean, tropical, and cruise holidays. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Stoke on Trent, United Kingdom.

Node4

Private Equity Round in 2017
Node4 is a specialist in cloud and data center services, founded in 2004 and celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2014. The company focuses on providing hybrid infrastructure and cloud-enabled managed IT services to a wide range of industries, including property, finance, insurance, education, government, and automotive. Node4's offerings include managed public and private cloud solutions, security, colocation services, and tools for digital transformation such as collaboration and connectivity. By prioritizing customer service and retention, Node4 enables fast-growing businesses to effectively leverage technology, allowing them to concentrate on their core operations.

Fishawack

Acquisition in 2017
Fishawack provides fully-integrated, cross-border services to global pharmaceutical organisations.

Rush Hair

Venture Round in 2017
Rush Hair Limited operates a chain of salons that offer a wide range of hair and beauty services for both male and female customers. Founded in 1999 by Andrew Phouli and Stelios Andrew, the company has established itself as a leader in the hairdressing industry, with over 80 salons located throughout the UK, particularly in London, Essex, and the South East. Services provided include hair cuts, coloring, highlights, hair strengthening treatments, and hair extensions at select locations. In addition to hair care, Rush Hair offers anti-aging facials, body massages, and scrubs. The company is also committed to professional development, providing various hair education courses. Rush Hair is recognized for its dedication to high standards and exceptional customer service, receiving numerous awards, including 14 British Hairdressing Awards. The company is headquartered in Croydon, Greater London, and operates as a subsidiary of Rush Hair Group Limited.

ChargePoint Technology

Funding Round in 2017
ChargePoint Technology Limited specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing containment valves and integrated material handling equipment tailored for the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries. The company offers a variety of products, including the ChargePoint PharmaSafe powder transfer containment valve, the ChargePoint AseptiSafe aseptic transfer valve, and the ChargeBag single-use transfer bag, all aimed at ensuring safe and sterile transfer of powders and components. Additionally, ChargePoint provides accessories for cleaning, handling, and maintenance, along with technical support, onsite services, and training in containment and aseptic processes. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Liverpool, United Kingdom, with offices in New Jersey and Hong Kong, ChargePoint Technology serves a diverse clientele, including manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers, and engineering consultants, both in the UK and internationally.

Atlantic Healthcare

Series B in 2016
Atlantic Healthcare plc focuses on the development and commercialization of specialty pharmaceutical products for patients under the management of physicians in the hospital and specialist care sector. Its product pipeline includes Alicaforsen Enema, an anti-inflammatory intercellular adhesion molecule inhibitor that acts by inhibiting a key protein in the inflammation process. The company offers its product for the treatment of pouchitis and ulcerative colitis. Atlantic Healthcare plc was founded in 2006 and is based in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom.

Mitrefinch

Acquisition in 2016
Mitrefinch is a developer of human capital management (HCM) software that provides an integrated suite of solutions for time and attendance, rostering, HR, and payroll. The company serves over 3,500 organizations across various sectors, including small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporates, public bodies, charities, and universities. Its clientele includes notable brands such as L’Oreal, Nestle, and the Forestry Commission. Mitrefinch's products also feature self-service capabilities, enhancing the management of human resources and security functions.

The Creative Engagement Group

Private Equity Round in 2016
The Creative Engagement Group is creates and delivers live experiences, communications, interactive and immersive content. We create a deeper engagement with our audiences by delivering experiences and content that drive brand memory. With our unique set of talents and skills, we assemble the right team to provide an integrated approach in order to help our clients address their communication and engagement challenges.

Cuts Ice

Private Equity Round in 2016
Cuts Ice Limited manufactures and markets e-liquids for vaping. It offers a range of OEM and own brand e-liquids in various flavors. It serves customers through online and luxury brand outlets. The company was incorporated in 2011 and is based in Wembley, United Kingdom.

Sigmat

Acquisition in 2016
Sigmat Limited specializes in the design, manufacture, and installation of pre-panelized light gauge steel frames and structural steelwork. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Skipton, United Kingdom, the company serves a diverse range of construction projects, including residential, educational, and hospitality sectors. Sigmat's offerings include cold-rolled steel components and bespoke structural solutions that cater to the growing demand for offsite construction methods. By providing efficient assembly and installation services, Sigmat delivers cost-effective and sustainable alternatives to traditional building techniques. The company operates as a subsidiary of P.A.W. Holdings Limited.

Ellis Whittam

Private Equity Round in 2016
Ellis Whittam Limited provides business consultancy to retail, education, pharmacy, charities, manufacturing, and local council industries. It offers Law and Hr consultancy support which includes job description, salary review, pay and benefit, organizational design and staffing review, consultant meeting, employee opinion questionnaire, and meditation and facility; Health and safety consultancy which includes health and safety policy review, asbestos survey, fire risk assessment, health and safety audit; Legal expense insurance; commercial law; and health and safety software. Ellis Whittam Limited was formerly known as AGHOCO 1414 Limited and changed its name to Ellis Whittam Limited on October, 2016. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Chester, United Kingdom. As of December 1, 2020, Ellis Whittam Limited operates as a subsidiary of Marlowe plc.

Team17 Digital

Private Equity Round in 2016
Team17 Digital is a prominent video game label and creative partner for independent developers, established in 1990 and based in Wakefield, United Kingdom. The company develops and publishes a diverse range of video games for both digital and physical markets across various platforms, including Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and mobile app stores. Team17's portfolio features over 90 titles, with well-known franchises such as Worms, Overcooked, and The Escapists. The company emphasizes premium game development, focusing on high-quality experiences rather than free-to-play models. Team17 operates through three main segments: Games Label, Simulation, and Edutainment, each dedicated to nurturing both owned and third-party intellectual properties while collaborating with indie developers globally.

Bybox

Acquisition in 2016
ByBox delivers mission-critical parcels pre-8am to field-based engineers across the UK and Europe. ByBox’ distribution network operates 24/7/365 and delivers to locker locations around the UK and Europe. They have the highest first time delivery success rate (pre 8am) in the industry at 99.77%. They have recently acquired echo (www.echoltd.com) who provides an extensive and bespoke range of courier, technical and logistical support services with an outsourced partnership model. Therefore providing you with a complete supply chain solution. ByBox’ entire business is managed through one IT system called Thinventory™. Call centre, track-and-trace, box network, billing, labelling and complete supply chain management are all integrated on a single platform with a web-based front-end, enabling both easy tracking at all stages of the supply chain.

Icon Polymer

Venture Round in 2016
A world leader in polymer composite products, Icon Polymer Group’s complete bespoke design, manufacture and global supply chain management service makes us a key partner to leading players in sectors from aerospace and transport to energy and industry.Dedicated in-house design engineering and technical support keep us at the forefront of innovation in product development and service provision. An extensive portfolio of compounds, polymer-fabric composites and rubber-to-metal parts draws on over 150 years of experience. Our unique i-PC™ (Icon Process Control) System allows the precise control of manufacturing, testing and verification processes necessary to produce high-performance, safety-critical components.
ADEY, which is headquartered in Cheltenham, is unique in offering the market a ‘total system solution’ through a family of products designed to clean, flush, maintain, protect and test residential and commercial heating systems. Its range helps improve efficiency and longevity, whilst reducing energy consumption and maintenance bills.

CMS Window Systems

Private Equity Round in 2016
CMS Window Systems is the provider of 360-degree building envelope solutions to the commercial construction and social housing sectors. The company specializes in designing, manufacturing, and installing energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly products. It supports customers across the commercial construction and social housing sectors, providing services from design and manufacture, through to installation and aftercare, on some of the UK’s largest building projects. CMS Window Systems was founded in 2006 and is based in Cumbernauld, UK.

Magicard

Acquisition in 2016
Magicard provides identity management, credentialing and issuance solutions. Headquartered in the UK at our certified manufacturing and development facility, Magicard has operations across the globe. Magicard products are trusted by thousands of organisations and governments throughout the world to issue millions of secure identity credentials every year.

CIPHR

Acquisition in 2016
CIPHR is a privately held company and is a vendor of human capital management software.

Giacom World Networks

Acquisition in 2016
Giacom World Networks Limited, founded in 1999 and based in Hessle, United Kingdom, develops cloud-based IT solutions tailored for IT resellers, particularly targeting the micro SME market. The company operates its proprietary platform, MessageStream, which offers a comprehensive range of cloud services including cloud infrastructure, hosted email security, hosted exchange, hosted SharePoint, and hosted file backup. Giacom has established a robust network of over 3,500 IT consultants, service providers, and resellers, enabling them to effectively serve a market that has traditionally been challenging to address. In 2001, the company changed its name from Giocom Networks Limited and currently functions as a subsidiary of Digital Wholesale Solutions.

TXM Plant Ltd.

Acquisition in 2016
TXM Plant Limited owns 300 road-rail vehicles. The company provides fleet of wheeled, tracked, mobile elevating work platforms, monster cranes and other vehicles which are used for maintaining and offering tailored support service solutions to the UK rail market. The company offers services which includes plant hire, Plant Operator Scheme and cranes and also provides principal contracting services. The company was formerly known as Network Rail (NDS-Plant) Ltd and changed its name to TXM Plant Limited in November 2012. TXM Plant Limited was founded in 2011 and is based in Milton Keynes, the United Kingdom.

Vital Ingredient

Acquisition in 2016
Vital Ingredient - London's number one freshly tossed to order salad bar. Great tasting hot food, soups, juices & smoothies. Join us for breakfast and lunch.

ZyroFisher

Acquisition in 2016
ZyroFisher is a privately-owned distributor of cycling parts and accessories in the UK and Ireland. The company specializes in the manufacture and distribution of cycling accessories, clothing, and bicycles, catering to the needs of various international cycling and outdoor brands. ZyroFisher develops and designs its own range of cycling apparel, aimed at enhancing the enjoyment and overall experience of cycling for consumers. Through its extensive product offerings, the company serves the growing demand for quality cycling gear in the competitive cycling market.

Panther Logistics

Acquisition in 2016
Panther specialises in two-man and one-man assisted delivery services for major brands and retailers.

Atlantic Healthcare

Venture Round in 2016
Atlantic Healthcare plc focuses on the development and commercialization of specialty pharmaceutical products for patients under the management of physicians in the hospital and specialist care sector. Its product pipeline includes Alicaforsen Enema, an anti-inflammatory intercellular adhesion molecule inhibitor that acts by inhibiting a key protein in the inflammation process. The company offers its product for the treatment of pouchitis and ulcerative colitis. Atlantic Healthcare plc was founded in 2006 and is based in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom.

CitySprint

Acquisition in 2016
CitySprint is a provider of courier and logistics services in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company offers a variety of services, including same-day couriers, secure data couriers, priority couriers, and contract run services, alongside logistics solutions such as in-night delivery, multi-drop courier, and specialist transportation. CitySprint serves a diverse range of sectors, including healthcare, retail, automotive, aerospace, and food and beverage, as well as public services and utilities. Operating in all major UK conurbations, CitySprint connects various businesses and focuses on investing in technology to enhance efficiency and innovate its service offerings. The company places a strong emphasis on building relationships and delivering value to its customers.

PEI

Acquisition in 2015
PEI Media Group Ltd. is a specialist financial information company that focuses on alternative asset classes, including private equity, real estate, private debt, and infrastructure. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in Hong Kong and New York, the company publishes a range of magazines and websites aimed at finance and investment professionals. Its key publications include Private Equity International, Real Estate Capital, Private Debt Investor, and Infrastructure Investor, which provide insights into asset classes, major players, investments, and transactions in the private debt markets. In addition to its publishing activities, PEI manages databases for alternative assets, organizes conferences, publishes specialized books and directories, and operates a training business. The company also sells its publications through an online store, catering to a growing demand for information on alternative investments that are increasingly vital to global investment strategies.

Aqualisa

Acquisition in 2015
Aqualisa Products Limited designs, develops, and manufactures showers in the United Kingdom. It offers mixer, digital, electric, power, exposed, concealed, bar, and gravity-fed showers; and shower accessories and spare parts, including shower heads, hoses, and pumps. The company also provides service and repairs. It sells its products through showrooms, as well as online. The company was incorporated in 1976 and is based in Westerham, United Kingdom. Aqualisa Products Limited is a former subsidiary of Aqualisa Group Limited.

Specialist People Services Group

Debt Financing in 2015
Specialist People Services Group Ltd. provides recruitment and training services. It offers recruitment and training services to transportation and logistics organizations and other organizations, such as haulers, supermarkets, parcel delivery firms, manufacturing and construction firms, and public sectors; and driver hire training, online people management, and rail support services. The company was founded in 1983 and is based in Bradford, United Kingdom with additional offices in the United Kingdom. It also has operations in Australia.

Centiq Ltd

Private Equity Round in 2015
Centiq is dedicated to helping clients meet the daily challenge of effectively containing the risk inherent in technology change in their business by making their computing systems efficient and agile and more adaptable – systems fit to deliver on their business aspirations. With a genuine depth of experience in migration, optimisation, management & measurement, we use tried and tested methodologies and benchmarking to ensure that complex change becomes predictable and repeatable processes Centiq delivers proven expertise in three key areas of the IT environment: server and storage infrastructure; enterprise data management; and managed services and support. This approach enables our customers to quickly identify potential for reducing the cost of IT operations, optimise performance gains, monitor service delivery success and highlight system improvements. Centiq’s unique value lies in offering a deep and focussed set of skills around our core-areas of expertise. Rather than a broad catalogue of commoditised offerings, we pride ourselves on being the best in the specific fields of expertise we offer. Our long standing partnerships with world-class IT systems vendors means we have built a nation-wide blue chip customer base from sectors as diverse as healthcare, retail, finance, manufacturing, telecommunications and government.

BOFA Americas

Acquisition in 2015
BOFA Americas, Inc. specializes in fume extraction and filtration solutions for various industries, including laser, electronics, mechanical engineering, printing, 3D printing, dental, medical, pharmaceutical, and beauty. Established in 2008, the company has built upon the expertise of its parent company, BOFA International Ltd., which has been a leader in the field since 1987. BOFA Americas offers a wide range of products, including laser fume extraction systems, solder fume extraction systems, and portable filtration units. The company also provides accessories, precision temperature control units, and local exhaust ventilation testing services. With a commitment to quality and reliability, BOFA Americas serves a diverse clientele, from large corporations to smaller niche businesses, establishing itself as a trusted name in fume extraction technology.