Acquisition RequirementBW000671

Specialist environmental services wanted in South East England by a search fund

Environmental, Waste & SustainabilitySpecialist Environmental Services

A DACH-region search fund is seeking a majority stake in a specialist environmental services in South East England, with annual turnover of £1m to £3m. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed.

Majority stake
South East England
£1m to £3m turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000671

Acquisition criteria

Reference: BW000671
Status: Active Requirement
Sector: Environmental, Waste & Sustainability
Sub-sector: Specialist Environmental Services
Last reviewed: 13 July 2026
Target turnover: £1m to £3m
Target location: South East England
Acquisition intent: Investment acquisition
Acquisition type: Majority stake

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type: Search fund
Buyer origin: DACH
Acquirer scale: Established SME acquirer
Funding position: Funds agreed subject to deal
Decision readiness: Actively seeking and ready to transact
Transaction experience: No prior acquisitions
Execution capability: External advisers appointed

Geographic focus

Target location preference: South East England

Full description

A DACH-region search fund is seeking a majority stake in a specialist environmental services in South East England.

The target should have annual turnover of £1m to £3m. The search is focused on suitable businesses operating in South East England.

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

Specialist Environmental Services

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