Penta Capital

Penta Capital is a private equity investment firm based in London, established in 1999. The firm is owned and managed by its partners, who collectively possess over 90 years of experience in investing within the UK mid-market. Penta Capital focuses on middle market companies across various sectors, including support services, financial services, consumer, leisure, and telecommunications. The firm aims to provide superior returns to its investors by creating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality private equity investments. Penta Capital's independence enables it to operate outside conventional industry constraints, allowing for the delivery of innovative solutions in the evolving private equity landscape.

Torquil Macnaughton

Founding Partner

Steven Scott

Co-Founder

21 past transactions

CellPoint Digital

Venture Round in 2024
CellPoint Digital is a fintech company that specializes in providing digital commerce and payment solutions. Its primary offering is an omnichannel payment orchestration platform tailored for the airline, gaming, and travel industries. The platform streamlines digital payment transactions, accommodating both traditional card payments and alternative payment methods. By enhancing the deployment of new payment options, it creates a unified customer payment experience across various channels, including websites and mobile applications. This optimization not only improves transaction routing but also increases conversion rates and minimizes payment costs, all while ensuring a seamless experience for customers.

CellPoint Digital

Venture Round in 2022
CellPoint Digital is a fintech company that specializes in providing digital commerce and payment solutions. Its primary offering is an omnichannel payment orchestration platform tailored for the airline, gaming, and travel industries. The platform streamlines digital payment transactions, accommodating both traditional card payments and alternative payment methods. By enhancing the deployment of new payment options, it creates a unified customer payment experience across various channels, including websites and mobile applications. This optimization not only improves transaction routing but also increases conversion rates and minimizes payment costs, all while ensuring a seamless experience for customers.

CellPoint Mobile

Venture Round in 2019
CellPoint Mobile, Inc. specializes in providing mobile payment solutions and integrated mobile services tailored for industries such as finance, government, professional services, retail, transportation, and media. The company’s offerings include the Mobile Enterprise Framework, which supports the development and operation of mobile services, and mPoint, a mobile payment platform designed for various payment scenarios. Additionally, CellPoint Mobile provides mRetail, a suite of applications aimed at enhancing customer engagement during shopping experiences. Their Velocity solution serves as a mobile payment service provider for airlines, while the Travel Bank mWallet enables airlines to transform compensation events into revenue opportunities. The mTicket product meets enterprise needs for mobilizing tickets and boarding passes. Furthermore, the Converged Payment Gateway is a Software as a Service solution targeted at the global airline industry. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, CellPoint Mobile operates additional offices in New York, Miami, Copenhagen, and London, focusing on helping transportation and hospitality sectors thrive in the mobile economy.

Circle Health

Acquisition in 2017
Circle Health is an innovative healthcare provider focused on the investigation and treatment of diseases. As a pioneering employee-owned company, it consists of approximately 2,000 clinicians dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare by delivering high-quality integrated care. Circle Health aims to redefine patient experiences and expectations through the establishment of a new generation of hospitals, clinics, and community services, making it the largest partnership of its kind in the UK.

Huck's Catfish

Acquisition in 2016
Founded in 2022, Huck's Catfish is a premier seafood and catfish restaurant serving delectable catfish cuisine and grilled fish in Sherman, TX, Whitesboro, TX and the surrounding areas. Our expert chefs are committed to delivering the freshest, mouth-watering dishes that capture the authentic flavors of the sea. At Huck's Catfish, the passion for quality seafood is evident in every bite! Join us today and experience the exquisite taste of our catfish restaurant – where seafood dining is done right!

InternetQ

Acquisition in 2016
InternetQ Group Ltd is a UK-based company that specializes in the development and marketing of mobile software and related services for the telecommunications sector. Founded in 2000, it focuses on providing mobile marketing solutions and digital entertainment to brands, mobile network operators, and media companies. InternetQ's key products include MobiDialog, a mobile marketing platform that enables targeted and interactive campaigns; Minimob, which offers app-driven marketing solutions; and Akazoo, a music streaming service designed for a global audience. Through these offerings, InternetQ aims to enhance engagement and facilitate advertising within mobile applications, capitalizing on the widespread use of connected devices.

Akazoo

Private Equity Round in 2015
Akazoo S.A. is an on-demand music and audio streaming company that offers subscribers unlimited access to a catalog of approximately 45 million songs without advertisements. Founded in 2010 and based in Luxembourg, the company utilizes patented artificial intelligence technology to enhance music recommendations for its users. Akazoo provides both online and offline listening options through its mobile application, which is designed to function across various emerging mobile devices and networks, including 2G to 4G LTE. The service also includes a free, ad-supported radio feature with around 80,000 stations, operating separately from its subscription model. Akazoo focuses on serving emerging markets and has expanded its services across more than 25 countries.

Endura

Private Equity Round in 2014
Endura Limited specializes in the manufacture of mountain biking, road, and commuter clothing and accessories for cycling. The company produces a diverse range of products, including hardshell and softshell jackets, gilets, various types of jerseys, and baselayers. Additionally, it offers baggy legwear such as trousers and shorts, as well as tight legwear like biblongs and tights. Endura also provides various accessories, including warmers, gloves, socks, and overshoes, along with hardware products like eyewear, protectors, luggage, and helmets. Established in 1990 and headquartered in Livingston, United Kingdom, Endura distributes its products through dealers and distributors both domestically and internationally, while also maintaining an online sales platform. The company has a distribution facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, and bonded warehouse facilities in Shanghai, China. Endura operates as a subsidiary of Pentland Brands Limited.

Global Risk Partners

Private Equity Round in 2013
Global Risk Partners Limited (GRP) is an independent insurance intermediary that focuses on providing specialized insurance services within the UK retail and global specialty insurance markets. The company primarily engages in the acquisition of insurance brokers and managing general agents that possess niche, non-commoditized businesses characterized by strong profitability. GRP offers operational support in areas such as compliance, finance, human resources, and information technology, enabling these acquired entities to enhance their service offerings. By fostering strategic partnerships with insurers, GRP aims to deliver superior value to its clients while leveraging the strengths of its extensive network.

Six Degrees Technology Group

Series B in 2012
Six Degrees Group is a privately owned managed data services provider based in London, United Kingdom, catering primarily to medium-sized enterprises and mid-market corporate customers across various sectors, including finance, legal, manufacturing, and public services. The company offers a comprehensive suite of integrated services that include private and hybrid cloud solutions, application hosting, infrastructure as a service, and data center services such as colocation and managed hosting. Additionally, it provides connectivity options like direct Internet access and enterprise MPLS, along with a range of voice services. Six Degrees Group focuses on helping businesses navigate their digital transitions by delivering tailored solutions for communication, disaster recovery, information security, and compliance, supported by professional and technical services. Established in 2010, the company leverages its investments in data centers, cloud platforms, and network capabilities to meet the evolving needs of its clients in an increasingly connected world.

Six Degrees Technology Group

Series A in 2011
Six Degrees Group is a privately owned managed data services provider based in London, United Kingdom, catering primarily to medium-sized enterprises and mid-market corporate customers across various sectors, including finance, legal, manufacturing, and public services. The company offers a comprehensive suite of integrated services that include private and hybrid cloud solutions, application hosting, infrastructure as a service, and data center services such as colocation and managed hosting. Additionally, it provides connectivity options like direct Internet access and enterprise MPLS, along with a range of voice services. Six Degrees Group focuses on helping businesses navigate their digital transitions by delivering tailored solutions for communication, disaster recovery, information security, and compliance, supported by professional and technical services. Established in 2010, the company leverages its investments in data centers, cloud platforms, and network capabilities to meet the evolving needs of its clients in an increasingly connected world.

Esure Group

Acquisition in 2010
Esure Group is a UK-based insurance provider that specializes in general insurance products, primarily in the Motor and Home segments. Founded in 2000 by Peter Wood, the company utilizes the Internet as its primary sales channel, aiming to deliver competitive insurance coverage and superior customer service. Esure operates under the esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands, the latter being launched in 2005 as a female-focused insurance offering. The company caters to over two million customers, providing peace of mind to drivers, homeowners, pet owners, and holidaymakers. In addition to its core insurance products, esure is engaged in insurance intermediary activities and property investment. Headquartered in Reigate, the company strives to maintain low premiums through the use of advanced technology and efficient underwriting processes.

Argentis

Acquisition in 2008
Argentis Financial Group Limited is a financial planning and wealth management firm based in Canterbury, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Cobham, London, Salisbury, and Wiltshire. Established in 2005, the company specializes in providing financial planning and employee benefits consulting services to both private individuals and corporate clients. As a subsidiary of Risk & Reward Group (Holdings) Limited, Argentis is dedicated to delivering tailored solutions that address the diverse financial needs of its clientele.

Aero Sekur

Private Equity Round in 2008
Aero Sekur is a specialized supplier of safety systems and advanced flexible structures catering to the global aerospace and defense markets. The company manufactures protective clothing, shelter, and filtration systems designed for ground defense troops and space programs. It also develops inflatable flexible structures and provides maintenance and repair services for essential safety equipment, including helicopter flotation devices, life rafts, fuel tanks, parachutes, escape slides, and life jackets. Aero Sekur focuses on ensuring the reliability and ease of operation of its products in adverse conditions, serving both civil and military sectors.

Blues

Acquisition in 2007
Blues designs and supplies character licensed clothing to UK and European retailers, predominantly for children.

Geronimo

Acquisition in 2006
Geronimo operates as a pub chain that specializes in providing food and drinks in various settings, including airport and railway station locations. The establishment features private rooms and event spaces suitable for a range of occasions such as meetings, private parties, and weddings. Additionally, Geronimo is equipped to accommodate exclusive hires, as well as outdoor settings like gardens and rooftops, making it a versatile choice for diverse social and corporate events.

Omniport

Private Equity Round in 2004
Omniport is airport investment and management company specializing in the operation and development of regional airports.

SpiriTel

Acquisition in 2003
SpiriTel is a prominent provider of integrated telecommunications and internet services in the United Kingdom. The company specializes in delivering internet protocol-based connectivity solutions and facilitates the connection and termination of telephone calls from landlines to mobile devices. Through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, SpiriTel has established itself as a significant player in the UK telecom market, effectively consolidating its position among telecommunications sellers. This strategy has enabled the company to build a substantial customer base and achieve considerable scale.

La Tasca

Acquisition in 2001
La Tasca is a Spanish restaurant chain that first opened in Manchester in 1993, specializing in authentic Spanish cuisine and culture. With locations across the UK, each restaurant features a distinct Spanish character, offering venues suitable for various occasions, including celebrations and romantic dinners. La Tasca is dedicated to sourcing ingredients directly from regional Spanish producers, ensuring the authenticity of its tapas, paellas, and other traditional dishes. The establishment also curates a selection of wines, sherries, and beers from various regions of Spain, providing guests with a comprehensive culinary experience. In addition to its award-winning food, La Tasca hosts local events, tasting nights, and flamenco classes, creating an inviting atmosphere for patrons to enjoy food, drink, and dance. With a commitment to celebrating Spanish culture, La Tasca seeks to offer guests a vibrant taste of Spain.

Wireless Infrastructure Group

Private Equity Round in 2001
Wireless Infrastructure Group is an independent company that specializes in the development and operation of wireless communication infrastructure in the United Kingdom and beyond. Established in 2006, WIG focuses on building and managing communication towers and other wireless assets through a shared model supported by a robust fiber backbone. The company has enhanced competition in the telecom sector, which is typically dominated by a few large players, by introducing innovation and efficiency. WIG has expanded its portfolio to include over 2,000 shared communication infrastructure assets, acquired from a diverse array of sources such as utilities, mobile operators, and police forces. Recently, the company has also initiated operations in the Republic of Ireland and the Netherlands, further extending its reach in the wireless infrastructure market.

Datacare Software Group

Acquisition in 2000
Datacare Software Group is a supplier of entity management and subsidiary governance solutions.
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