TDR Capital

TDR Capital, established in 2002, is a London-based private equity firm that invests in medium-sized European businesses. It focuses on sectors such as leisure and hospitality, financial services, and business services. The firm partners with these companies, providing strategic and operational support to drive growth and transformation. TDR Capital has managed several buyout funds since its inception, with its most recent fund, TDR Capital V, targeting investments in business products, consumer products, services, financial services, and information technology sectors across Europe.

George Becatoros

Operating Partner

Steve Greer

Operating Partner

Rachael Holtzberg

Operating Partner

Matthew Lenczner

Partner

Catherine Lester

CFO and Partner

Gary Lindsay

Managing Partner

Brian Magnus

Partner

Tom Mitchell

Managing Partner

Jonathan Mitchell

Partner

Jim Moore JD

Partner and Operating Partner

Gregoire Paepegaey

Managing Director

Blair Thompson

COO and Partner

Linda Zhang

Managing Director

29 past transactions

CorpAcq Group

Acquisition in 2025
CorpAcq Group is a private equity firm based in the United Kingdom, primarily engaged in acquiring and building a diverse portfolio of established businesses. The firm operates a total of forty-two subsidiaries spanning various sectors, including consumer products, industrial products, and industrial services. Its consumer products segment emphasizes business-to-consumer retailing, while the industrial products segment is dedicated to manufacturing and supplying industrial goods to other businesses. Additionally, the industrial services segment caters to B2B clients, providing essential services within the industry. CorpAcq continues to grow its portfolio through strategic acquisitions and investments, with a focus on consolidating and enhancing its market presence across multiple end-markets.

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen UK

Acquisition in 2024
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen UK is a restaurant chain provides food services.

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen UK

Private Equity Round in 2023
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen UK is a restaurant chain provides food services.

Bud

Series B in 2022
Bud Financial is a pioneering company in the financial technology sector, specializing in open banking applications that connect individuals, banks, and service providers. Founded in 2015, Bud harnesses artificial intelligence to enrich financial data by analyzing transaction details such as merchant, category, and location. This enables banks and fintechs to gain valuable insights from customer transaction data, allowing for personalized banking experiences, improved risk management, and optimized business operations. With a robust platform that aggregates various bank accounts and spending into a unified interface, Bud facilitates seamless interactions between users and financial service providers. By processing tens of billions of transactions, the company helps financial institutions transform into intelligent enterprises, leveraging their customer data to uncover new growth opportunities.

CarNext.com

Venture Round in 2021
CarNext.com is a disruptive digital used car platform, that enables customers to buy, lease and subscribe to high-quality used cars. Its mission is to create the leading marketplace for flexible mobility solutions in Europe centered on trust, efficiency and transparency. CarNext.com offers customers fixed prices, full ownership and maintenance history and a ‘no-questions-asked’ 14-days period. Using a proprietary, data-driven model, CarNext.com can match supply and demand across Europe. CarNext.com is supported by a network of Delivery Stores, where customers can view the cars, receive consultation services before making a final purchase decision.

BPP

Acquisition in 2021
BPP is a prominent educational institution in the UK, focusing on legal education, accountancy, finance, business management, and health. It offers a range of degrees designed to combine academic learning with practical professional skills, aiming to enhance employability for its students. The institution emphasizes affordability and flexibility in its programs, ensuring that students receive quality education while being well-prepared for the job market. BPP's curriculum is delivered by industry professionals, allowing students to gain insights and experience that are directly applicable to their future careers. The school's primary goal is to equip students with the necessary skills and guidance to achieve their career aspirations and secure employment in their chosen fields.

G-P/Globalization Partners

Private Equity Round in 2020
Globalization Partners, Inc. provides outsourced professional employer organization (PEO) and employment services, facilitating global workforce management for client companies. Its Global Expansion Platform™ allows businesses to hire talent in over 150 countries quickly, eliminating the need for costly foreign subsidiaries. By managing payroll and legal compliance through local subsidiaries, the company mitigates the risks associated with global expansion. Globalization Partners offers a range of services, including customized employee benefits packages, compliant HR policies, employment contracts, and legal support on local labor laws. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in San Diego and various international locations, the company is recognized for its expertise in enabling businesses to navigate complex global employment landscapes efficiently.

BCA Marketplace

Acquisition in 2019
BCA Marketplace plc, based in Bedford, United Kingdom, is a prominent operator of a used vehicle exchange in Europe, encompassing various segments including Vehicle Remarketing, Vehicle Buying, and Automotive Services. The company provides a comprehensive range of services such as physical and digital auction platforms, vehicle preparation and marketing, financial services for car dealers, and automotive logistics. Additionally, BCA Marketplace facilitates consumer vehicle sales through its direct cash payment system and operates cinch, a platform for finding, buying, and selling cars. The company also offers defleet services for manufacturers and fleets, motor vehicle remarketing, and property leasing. Established in 2014 and formerly known as Haversham Holdings plc until its rebranding in March 2015, BCA Marketplace has become a leading entity in the used vehicle market, particularly recognized for its vehicle buying service, We Buy Any Car. As of November 2019, BCA Marketplace was taken private.

BCA Marketplace

Acquisition in 2019
BCA Marketplace plc, based in Bedford, United Kingdom, is a prominent operator of a used vehicle exchange in Europe, encompassing various segments including Vehicle Remarketing, Vehicle Buying, and Automotive Services. The company provides a comprehensive range of services such as physical and digital auction platforms, vehicle preparation and marketing, financial services for car dealers, and automotive logistics. Additionally, BCA Marketplace facilitates consumer vehicle sales through its direct cash payment system and operates cinch, a platform for finding, buying, and selling cars. The company also offers defleet services for manufacturers and fleets, motor vehicle remarketing, and property leasing. Established in 2014 and formerly known as Haversham Holdings plc until its rebranding in March 2015, BCA Marketplace has become a leading entity in the used vehicle market, particularly recognized for its vehicle buying service, We Buy Any Car. As of November 2019, BCA Marketplace was taken private.

NKD

Acquisition in 2019
NKD Group is a retailer and local supplier specializing in textiles and home accessories. The company offers a diverse range of fashionable products for the entire family, including clothing for men, women, and children, as well as functional sportswear and home textiles. NKD's product selection emphasizes affordability and includes seasonal items like traditional costumes and trendy garments. Customers can shop conveniently through both online and offline platforms, where they can find a variety of apparel and home goods designed to meet various tastes and needs. The company is committed to providing value prices while regularly updating its inventory with new fashion trends and seasonal decorations.

Buffalo Grill

Acquisition in 2017
Buffalo Grill S.A. is a prominent casual dining chain based in Avrainville, France, with a strong presence in France, Spain, Luxembourg, and Switzerland. Founded in 1980, the company operates over 350 western-themed restaurants, including around 100 franchises, and employs over 5,000 people. Known for its diverse and affordable menu, Buffalo Grill specializes in grilled meats, particularly beef dishes, attracting a loyal customer base. The restaurants are typically located in retail parks and on the outskirts of medium-sized cities, catering to a variety of dining occasions and serving approximately 30 million meals annually. Buffalo Grill has established itself as one of the most recognized restaurant brands in France.

Euro Garages

Private Equity Round in 2015
Euro Garages is an innovative approach to roadside retail property. Euro Garages has forged high-profile relationships with nationally and globally recognised retail and convenience brands. We are committed to providing excellent customer service, good value products and a wide range of facilities, and customers have come to expect high standards from all of our forecourts and retail sites.Passion for quality, convenience and customer service is at the heart of Euro Garages.

David Lloyd Leisure

Acquisition in 2015
David Lloyd Leisure is a prominent sport, health, and leisure business that operates a network of fitness clubs and leisure centers across the Republic of Ireland and mainland Europe. The company provides a range of facilities, including gyms, heated indoor and outdoor pools, and racquet sports facilities. It also features well-equipped group exercise studios, children's activity centers, and luxurious spa services, catering to a diverse clientele. David Lloyd Leisure focuses on promoting health and wellness through its comprehensive offerings, creating an environment that encourages fitness and leisure activities for individuals and families.

LeasePlan

Acquisition in 2015
LeasePlan Corporation, headquartered in the Netherlands, is a leading global provider of fleet management and driver mobility services. Established in 1963, the company has grown to employ over 7,300 staff across 33 countries. LeasePlan serves a diverse clientele, including large corporations, public-sector entities, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and individual drivers. Its offerings encompass financing and operational fleet management services, full-service leasing, strategic fleet advice, and a range of ancillary services tailored to enhance fleet and driver efficiency. Through its extensive experience and commitment to innovation, LeasePlan continues to shape the evolving landscape of fleet management.

Hurtigruten

Acquisition in 2014
Hurtigruten operates premium exploration voyages and daily passenger and freight shipping services, primarily focusing on unique destinations such as Norway, Greenland, Spitsbergen, Iceland, and Antarctica. The company is dedicated to providing travelers with access to remote areas, showcasing the natural beauty and diversity of these regions. Its fleet of small ships is equipped with modern facilities designed specifically for exploration in challenging environments. Hurtigruten emphasizes sustainability, aiming to combat climate change, support local communities, and promote responsible tourism practices. By offering a blend of adventure and environmental commitment, Hurtigruten caters to those seeking to explore some of the world's most breathtaking wilderness areas.

International Car Wash Group

Acquisition in 2014
International Car Wash Group is the world’s largest car wash company currently operating in 14 countries around the globe. ICWG is led by an experienced team of car wash and investment professionals committed to delivering value, both for our customers and investors. The team is focused on developing and growing the ICWG brand through a combination of market expansion, continuous innovation and investment.

IMO Carwash

Acquisition in 2014
We are the world’s largest Car Wash company and every year we wash over 34 million cars in 13 countries. Since we began we have washed over 800m cars throughout the world. We offer a consistent quality car wash at great value for money at over 836 locations around the world. In the UK we trade as ARC and IMO in the rest of the world. IMO Car Wash Group is the largest dedicated car wash company in the world and was founded in Germany in 1965. The group has expanded to include over 330 sites in Germany, 300 in the UK and over 300 sites throughout the rest of Europe and Australia. The IMO experience offers quality, speed and value for money through a unique conveyor wash system which can wash up to 4 cars at a time, with guaranteed results every car

Retirement Advantage

Acquisition in 2013
Retirement Advantage is a specialist company focused on providing retirement income plans designed for individuals nearing retirement. The firm offers a range of simple, secure, and flexible products that assist retirees in managing their pension funds effectively. With a deep understanding of customer needs, Retirement Advantage aims to deliver tailored solutions that support financial stability during retirement.

Shenzhen Pengai Medical Beauty Hospital

Series A in 2012
Shenzhen Pengai Medical Beauty Hospital, part of Shenzhen Pengai Medical Treatment Group, specializes in aesthetic medical services, focusing on plastic surgery and a range of cosmetic treatments. Established in 1997 and located in Shenzhen, China, the hospital offers three primary categories of treatments: Plastic Surgery, Miniature Beauty, and Laser Beauty. In the realm of plastic surgery, services include liposuction, eye lift surgery, chin shaping, and breast augmentation. The Miniature Beauty category features non-surgical options such as botox, body sculpting, and rhinoplasty. For Laser Beauty, the hospital provides treatments for skin whitening, wrinkle reduction, stretch mark removal, and mole treatment. Additionally, the facility offers a variety of other aesthetic services, ensuring comprehensive care for clients seeking both surgical and non-surgical procedures.

Lowell Group

Acquisition in 2011
Lowell Group is a credit management company headquartered in Leeds, United Kingdom, that specializes in debt recovery and financial services. It operates primarily across the UK, DACH, and Nordic regions, providing services such as debt recovery, data analytics, and customer insights. The company engages with clients to develop sustainable repayment plans and emphasizes ethical practices in debt management. Additionally, Lowell Group purchases consumer debts from various industries, including financial services, communications, home retail credit, and utilities, and collaborates with debtors to facilitate the recovery of those debts.

MCS

Acquisition in 2010
Mortgage Contracting Services LLC (MCS) is a provider of specialized property-related services for the financial services industry in the United States. Established in 1986 and headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with additional offices in Texas and Louisiana, MCS offers a comprehensive range of services including property inspections, preservation, and maintenance for residential properties associated with newly originated mortgages and those in default. The company's inspection services encompass various types, such as occupancy and property condition inspections, while its preservation services include lawn maintenance, debris removal, and winterization. MCS also engages in REO property maintenance, providing janitorial services, emergency repairs, and eviction management, among others. With a focus on delivering efficient processes and leveraging technology, MCS enables clients to access detailed service histories and cost estimations, enhancing the management of their mortgage-related properties.

Tianjin GreenBio Materials

Venture Round in 2010
Tianjin GreenBio Materials Co., Ltd., established in 2003, specializes in the development, production, and sale of fully degradable bio-based polymer materials known as PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoates) and their application products. The company's offerings include resin materials, pellets for blowing films, foaming, and sheet applications, as well as sheets themselves. Based in Tianjin, China, GreenBio Materials aims to promote the use of biodegradable materials across various industries and reduce petroleum consumption, thereby decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and plastic waste pollution. Its PHA products, derived from plants rather than oil, exhibit lower energy consumption throughout their lifecycle compared to conventional plastic counterparts.

Stonegate Pub

Acquisition in 2010
Stonegate Pub Company is a pub and bar operator based in Solihull, United Kingdom, managing over 690 establishments across various formats. The company offers a diverse range of venues, including traditional and branded pubs, clubs, and late-night venues, as well as country inns and leased or tenanted properties. This extensive portfolio allows Stonegate to cater to a wide array of clientele, providing spaces for different celebrations while promoting traditional British culture.

VPS Holdings

Acquisition in 2010
VPS, known as The Vacant Property Specialists, is a leading provider of security, management, and maintenance services for vacant properties in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to secure and maintain unoccupied properties across various sectors, ensuring they remain safe and retain their value. VPS serves a diverse clientele, addressing the unique needs of vacant properties, remote sites, construction projects, and even selectively occupied properties. With a focus on efficiency and quick service, VPS helps customers mitigate the risks associated with vacancy, while also aiming to minimize the broader impacts on surrounding communities. Through its proven expertise, VPS delivers peace of mind to property owners and managers, reinforcing its status as a trusted partner in property security.

Phoenix Group Holdings

Acquisition in 2005
Phoenix Group Holdings plc is a British company specializing in the acquisition and management of closed life assurance and pension funds, primarily operating in the United Kingdom. It is recognized as the largest UK consolidator of closed life assurance funds, managing over 6.1 million policyholders and approximately £76 billion in assets. The company operates through several segments, including UK Heritage, UK Open, Europe, and Management Services, and encompasses well-known brands such as Standard Life, SunLife, and Phoenix Life. In addition to managing existing policies, Phoenix Group also underwrites new products, offering a range of financial solutions that include pension plans, life cover, equity release, and funeral plans. Founded in 1782 and based in London, Phoenix Group Holdings plc was previously known as Pearl Group before rebranding in 2010.

Modulaire Group

Acquisition in 2004
Modulaire Group is a prominent modular space leasing company operating in Europe and the Asia Pacific, specializing in remote workforce accommodation management. With a fleet of over 200,000 modular space and storage units, it holds a leading market position in Europe, where it operates under various brands, including Algeco in Continental Europe, Elliott in the United Kingdom, Ausco in Australia, Portacom in New Zealand, and Target Logistics globally. The company serves multiple sectors, including government, construction, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure, delivering tailored solutions that create smart and comfortable spaces for work, learning, and living, while emphasizing aesthetics and risk prevention for its clients.

LPR La Palette Rouge

Acquisition in 2004
Over a period of more than 25 years, Euro Pool Group has developed into the largest logistics service provider of reusable standard packaging in Europe: a success that we share with all the parties in the chain. Every day, producers, transporters, processing companies and retailers benefit from the advantages of our reusable crates and pallets. With a network of approximately 168 service centres in 12 countries, we provide reliability, flexibility, sustainability and efficiency throughout the whole chain. Euro Pool Group consists of Euro Pool System and LPR - La Palette Rouge : two divisions with their own history and expertise in the area of packaging pooling. While Euro Pool System, with its reusable trays and foldable crates, has become the standard in the European chain for fresh and packaged food, LPR with its innovative pooling systems for pallets, has assumed a leading position in the FMCG sector. We cherish our corporate values, encouraging team spirit, personal growth, respect, entrepreneurship and innovation.

PizzaExpress

Acquisition in 2003
PizzaExpress is a restaurant group that operates a chain of pizza restaurants, with more than 400 locations in the United Kingdom and an additional 40 restaurants in Europe, Hong Kong, India, and the Middle East. The company specializes in handcrafted pizzas presented in various styles, alongside a range of snacks, beverages, and other food items. PizzaExpress aims to provide a fun and lively dining atmosphere for its customers, catering to the fast food industry while maintaining a focus on quality and customer experience.
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