Insights & News

BEW, a leading independent electrical wholesaler has secured new funding from Shawbrook as the company gears up for a new chapter of growth under different ownership, following Management Buy-out.

Bridge Farm Group, a leading horticulture and bioscience company specialising in supplying ornamental plants, cut flowers, and plant-derived molecules has secured £30 million of debt finance from its funding partner, Shawbrook.

Commhoist Limited, a Warrington based specialist provider of telecommunications infrastructure, utilities lifting, and mobile logistics has received funding from Shawbrook to further expand its UK operations.

Following its acquisition of Pal International in 2022, the Enact Fund has secured a refinance package from Shawbrook to support the business.

Euston Ventures, has completed the acquisition of Hammond Chemicals, a leading supplier of blended industrial solvents. As part of the transaction, Search Fund investor and entrepreneur Jim Ward will take over as CEO of Hammond Chemicals.

Merino Capital, a UK SME investor, has announced the acquisition of independent motorbike dealerships, Premier Bikes and Triumph Oxford with support for the transaction from Shawbrook.

Widdop Bingham & Co Ltd, a family owned wholesale gift supplier is preparing for its next phase with fifth generation members of the Illingworth family, taking ownership of the business as joint MDs in a deal being supported by Shawbrook.

Portsmouth-based healthcare recruitment company, Compass Recruitment Solutions Limited (“CRS”), has announced its investment in Carrot Recruitment, with funding provided by Shawbrook to support the acquisition.

Safespaces, a leading provider of specialist equipment for users with complex needs, has been acquired by Euston Ventures. Supported by Shawbrook, the acquisition enables Euston and Safespaces to progress their growth plans.

Industrial investment firm, Red Coast Industries expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Scunthorpe based, Premier Sealant. Shawbrook provided a multi-million-pound flexible funding package that facilitated the transaction and provided working capital to support the company’s growth trajectory.

Corbel Partners, a trusted support network supporting financial advisers, has extended its business capabilities through the acquisition of Wealth Design Holdings, supported by Shawbrook.

Financial planning and wealth management firm, Craven Wealth Management expanded its network with the acquisition of Bernard Barrett Associates. Shawbrook structured a Commercial Loan incorporating a committed accordion facility and the refinance of the client’s existing facilities.