WHAT WE LOOK FOR
Strong foundations.
Potential to build on.
Established UK businesses delivering essential services, with a strong team and an owner considering the next chapter.
03 / ACQUISITION CRITERIA
OUR FOCUS
A business that
people depend on.
We’re looking for one company in essential built-environment services. These characteristics guide our search and help establish whether a conversation could be worthwhile.
Geography
Based in the United Kingdom.
Business model
Essential services with recurring or repeat demand.
Market
Demand supported by regulation, insurance requirements or contracts.
Foundations
Established operations, profitability and dependable customer relationships.
Ownership
An owner exploring succession or a transition in day-to-day leadership.
INDICATIVE FINANCIAL RANGE
£3–30m
Annual revenue
£0.8–5m
Annual EBITDA
A starting point for a conversation. The overall fit of the business matters.
SECTORS OF INTEREST
Keeping places safe.
Keeping businesses moving.
01 Fire safety & security
Specialist services that protect people and property, support compliance and help customers maintain safe premises.
PROTECTION · COMPLIANCE · SERVICE
02 Hard facilities management
Technical services that keep buildings and their essential systems maintained, reliable and fit for use.
MAINTENANCE · RELIABILITY · OPERATIONS
03 Environmental services
Essential services that help organisations manage environmental responsibilities and maintain safe working environments.
RESPONSIBILITY · SAFETY · STANDARDS
04 Other exceptional businesses
Outside these sectors? We also consider established UK businesses on a case-by-case basis. If you’re exploring a sale or succession and think your business could be a good fit, we’d welcome a conversation.
A GUIDE TO A GOOD FIT
Characteristics we value
Every business is different. These characteristics help guide our search, but we do not expect every business to meet every one. If you’re considering a sale, we’d welcome a conversation.
Financial foundations
Established profitability
Repeat or recurring revenue
Healthy cash generation
Opportunities for sustainable growth
Business strengths
An experienced team
Strong customer relationships
A reputation for dependable service
Knowledge and capabilities worth building on
Market characteristics
Essential or enduring customer needs
A clear, understandable business model
A defensible position in its market
Opportunities for continued development
Your plans
Considering retirement, succession or a new chapter
Seeking a thoughtful handover
Care for the team and the business’s future
Willingness to share knowledge during an agreed transition
THE NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE
A conversation today.
A possibility for tomorrow.
Whether you’re ready to take a step back or simply exploring your options, we’d welcome a conversation.