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Acquisition RequirementBW000935

Specialist machinery oems business wanted in Scotland by a private individual buyer

Manufacturing & EngineeringSpecialist Machinery OEMs

A Southern European private individual buyer is seeking the full acquisition of a specialist machinery oems business in Scotland, with annual turnover of £1m to £3m. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed.

  • Full acquisition
  • Scotland
  • £1m to £3m turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000935

Acquisition criteria

Reference
BW000935
Status
Active Requirement
Sector
Manufacturing & Engineering
Sub-sector
Specialist Machinery OEMs
Last reviewed
13 July 2026
Target turnover
£1m to £3m
Target location
Scotland
Acquisition intent
Platform acquisition
Acquisition type
Full acquisition

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type
High net worth individual
Buyer origin
Southern Europe
Acquirer scale
Multi-acquisition group
Funding position
Funds agreed subject to deal
Decision readiness
Actively seeking and ready to transact
Transaction experience
No prior acquisitions
Execution capability
In-house M&A capability with advisers

Geographic focus

Target location preference
Scotland

Full description

A Southern European private individual buyer is seeking the full acquisition of a specialist machinery oems business in Scotland.

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

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

Specialist Machinery OEMs

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