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Acquisition RequirementBW000520

Waste management or recycling business wanted in Scotland by a trade buyer

Environmental, Waste & SustainabilityWaste Management & Recycling

A UK trade buyer is considering the acquisition of a waste management or recycling business in Scotland, with annual turnover of £10m to £25m. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed. The buyer is open to a full or majority acquisition.

  • Flexible structure
  • Scotland
  • £10m to £25m turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000520

Acquisition criteria

Reference
BW000520
Status
Active Requirement
Sector
Environmental, Waste & Sustainability
Sub-sector
Waste Management & Recycling
Last reviewed
13 July 2026
Target turnover
£10m to £25m
Target location
Scotland
Acquisition intent
Growth acquisition
Acquisition type
Flexible structure

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type
Trade buyer
Buyer origin
UK
Acquirer scale
Multi-acquisition group
Funding position
Funds agreed subject to deal
Decision readiness
Actively seeking and ready to transact
Transaction experience
Three to five completed acquisitions
Execution capability
In-house M&A capability with advisers

Geographic focus

Target location preference
Scotland

Full description

A UK trade buyer is considering the acquisition of a waste management or recycling business in Scotland.

The target should have annual turnover of £10m to £25m. 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

Waste Management & Recycling

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