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Computer Game Creator

M&A Advisory

The founders of this computer game creator wanted to buy back equity from an investment partner so they could redistribute shares to key staff. We secured funding, negotiated a fair deal, and introduced legal advisors to streamline the process. This resulted in 100% of the ownership being returned to the management team.

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Computer Game Creator

Integrated Facilities Management

M&A Advisory

With one shareholder looking to exit and another wanting investment to grow the business, we found a way to make both happy. After advising on a strategic acquisition to increase the business's value, we brought in private equity investors to provide funding. This allowed allowed the minority shareholder to fully exit, while the majority shareholder kept control and gained fresh capital for future acquisitions.

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PARTIAL

SALE

M&A Advisory

Integrated Facilities Management

SAAS Business

M&A Advisory

With two separate entities in the UK and Australia, the founders wanted to sell together in a seamless transaction. We consolidated key information, presented a unified business case, and got multiple offers. The final deal delivered a multimillion-pound payout with an agreed earn-out, ensuring a smooth transition to the new owners.

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24

MONTHS
M&A Advisory

SAAS Business

Precision Engineering Business

M&A Advisory

After 20 years of success in the Formula 1 engineering sector, the owner was ready to step away. We prepared the business for sale, identified the right buyers, and secured four strong offers. The final deal allowed for a smooth transition, with the owner exiting within a year and the business continuing to grow under new ownership.

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1

YEAR
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Precision Engineering Business

Jewellery Retailer

Asset Finance

One of the world’s most prominent jewellery brands needed a £20m multi-currency financing solution for global store openings and refurbishments. We structured a deal that maximised tax efficiency and reduced costs, supporting their international expansion plans.

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RAISED

£75m

FINANCE
Asset Finance

Jewellery Retailer

Aerospace Manufacturer

Asset Finance

Operating in a complex sector, this manufacturer needed £8.5m in asset finance. We partnered with lenders who understood the business’s potential, securing funding based on strong ownership and improving market conditions.

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RAISED

8.5m

FINANCE
Asset Finance

Aerospace Manufacturer

Food Retailer

Asset Finance

A top 10 UK food retailer required £25m in asset finance to support investments in new stores, refurbishments, and distribution centres. While major banks funded preferred assets, we were able to provide flexible financing across all asset types, helping them structure their capital more effectively.

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RAISED

£25m

FINANCE
Asset Finance

Food Retailer

Agricultural Supplier

Asset Finance

An agricultural supplier needed £3.5m to build new feed mills. We set up a financing plan where they could spread payments over the 12-month construction period and start repaying after the mills were finished. We also worked with lenders to keep support in place, even when costs or timelines changed.

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RAISED

£3.5m

FINANCE
Asset Finance

Agricultural Supplier

Food Wholesaler

Asset Finance

For over 40 years we have helped this £1bn+ UK food wholesaler with asset financing. We manage a group of lenders to give them fast and easy access to funding for refurbishments and new site openings. We also handle their finance portfolio and lender relationships.

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RAISED

£160m

FINANCE
Asset Finance

Food Wholesaler

Cruise Ship Operator

Debt Advisory

Amid sector volatility during COVID-19, this company needed £40m to refinance two cruise ships and fund refurbishments. With traditional ship financing options unavailable, we used the value of their assets to secure the capital, helping them navigate this challenging period.

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RAISED

£40m

FINANCE
Debt Advisory

Cruise Ship Operator

Convenience Retailer

Debt Advisory

In turnaround and struggling to secure funding from high-street banks, this long-standing client turned to us for support. We arranged a £30m asset-backed lending facility with a challenger bank, giving them access to the working capital they needed.

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ASSET

£30m

FINANCE
Debt Advisory

Convenience Retailer

Offshore Energy Group

Debt Advisory

Owned by a major conglomerate, this offshore energy business required specialist financing for its receivables. We sourced a £15m non-bank lending solution that provided greater flexibility and higher funding levels than traditional lenders.

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ASSET

£15m

FINANCE
Debt Advisory

Offshore Energy Group

Global Wine Brand

Debt Advisory

A luxury brand was looking for funding to develop a wine estate and hotel in South Africa but had no existing financial presence there. We secured a £12m UK-based asset backed loan, giving them a long-term capital partner to support their expansion in the region.

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RAISED

£12m

FINANCE
Debt Advisory

Global Wine Brand

FMCG Distributor

Debt Advisory

This fast-growing FMCG distributor needed £7m to support its inventory-heavy model, but had no experience with asset-backed lending. We guided them through the process and secured a long-term banking relationship that funded receivables across the UK and Europe.

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RAISED

£7m

FINANCE
Debt Advisory

FMCG Distributor

Ship Repair Services

Debt Advisory

Faced with a critical debt maturity deadline, this international ship repair business needed a £45m asset-backed lending solution. We played an active role on the ground, liaising with banks and structuring a unique security package to attract long-term, low-yield capital over 12 years.

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RAISED

£45m

FINANCE
Debt Advisory

Ship Repair Services

Global Art Gallery Group

Growth Capital

This art gallery was expanding globally and needed capital to open new locations. We secured a £4m growth capital facility that enabled them to grow quickly in London and New York. The first deal closed in just three weeks - faster and more flexible than their existing bank’s offer. This unsecured financing approach also fit well with their long-term funding plans.

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GROWTH

£4m

CAPITAL
Growth Capital

Global Art Gallery Group

FX Consultancy

Growth Capital

Developing an industry-leading digital platform requires significant investment. We provided two separate growth capital loans totalling £3m, to support both in-house and third-party development. Having worked with this client for 20 years, we initially sourced early-stage funding and later refinanced to a more cost-effective long-term debt facility.

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GROWTH

£3m

CAPITAL
Growth Capital

FX Consultancy

Marketing Group

Growth Capital

This fast-growing marketing business was only a year old when it needed capital to expand internationally. We managed to secure a £4m growth capital facility by using their early profits as leverage. They used £2m for acquisitions in the US and Europe, with another £2m set aside for future growth, giving them a strong base to scale globally.

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GROWTH

£4m

CAPITAL
Growth Capital

Marketing Group

Health & Beauty Distributor

Growth Capital

With revenue growing over 30% year-on-year, this health and beauty distributor needed its first-ever external funding to sustain momentum. We worked closely with them to make the business more attractive to investors, securing a £3m growth capital deal to support expansion. We continue to provide strategic funding solutions, blending debt and equity as they scale internationally.

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GROWTH

£3m

CAPITAL
Growth Capital

Health & Beauty Distributor

Fashion Brand

Growth Capital

A founder had the opportunity to repurchase his fashion brand, 18 years after selling it to a corporate parent. We structured a £2m growth capital package, advising on deal structure, negotiations, tax, legal matters, and securing the right funding to bring the brand back into his hands.

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GROWTH

£2m

CAPITAL
Growth Capital

Fashion Brand

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