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Acquisition RequirementBW000833

Industrial or consumables distribution business wanted in Scotland

Wholesale & DistributionIndustrial & Consumables Distribution

A US search fund is considering the acquisition of an industrial or consumables distribution business in Scotland, with annual turnover of £5m to £10m. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed. The buyer is open to a full or majority acquisition.

  • Flexible structure
  • Scotland
  • £5m to £10m turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000833

Acquisition criteria

Reference
BW000833
Sector
Wholesale & Distribution
Sub-sector
Industrial & Consumables Distribution
Target turnover
£5m to £10m
Target location
Scotland
Acquisition intent
Consolidation acquisition
Acquisition type
Flexible structure

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type
Search fund
Buyer origin
USA
Acquirer scale
First acquisition or small platform
Funding position
Funds in place
Decision readiness
Actively reviewing opportunities
Transaction experience
One to two completed acquisitions
Execution capability
External advisers appointed

Geographic focus

Target location preference
Scotland

Full description

A US search fund is considering the acquisition of an industrial or consumables distribution business in Scotland.

The target should have annual turnover of £5m to £10m. The search is focused on suitable businesses operating in Scotland. The buyer is open to a full or majority acquisition.

Owners of suitable businesses, or advisers acting on their behalf, are invited to make confidential contact.

Related opportunities

Industrial & Consumables Distribution

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