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Acquisition RequirementBW000592

Ready meals or prepared foods business wanted in South East England

Food & Drink ManufacturingReady Meals & Prepared Foods

A European private individual buyer is considering the acquisition of a ready meals or prepared foods business in South East England, with annual turnover of £1m to £3m. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed. The buyer is open to a full or majority acquisition.

  • Flexible structure
  • South East England
  • £1m to £3m turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000592

Acquisition criteria

Reference
BW000592
Status
Active Requirement
Sector
Food & Drink Manufacturing
Sub-sector
Ready Meals & Prepared Foods
Last reviewed
13 July 2026
Target turnover
£1m to £3m
Target location
South East England
Acquisition intent
Investment acquisition
Acquisition type
Flexible structure

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type
High net worth individual
Buyer origin
Europe
Acquirer scale
Established SME acquirer
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
South East England

Full description

A European private individual buyer is considering the acquisition of a ready meals or prepared foods business 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. 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

Ready Meals & Prepared Foods

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