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Opportunity · TB-1209

Independent own-label food manufacturer, South West

Food and drink · Own-label production · South West

Exit ReadyBusiness verification pending

Business name withheld until information release is approved.

Business summary

A speciality food manufacturer producing chilled own-label lines for regional retailers and farm shops from a BRCGS-accredited site. The business is seeking a minority investor to fund a second production line.

Production covers chilled prepared lines under retailer own-label and a small branded range sold through independents. The site holds BRCGS certification and operates a single production line at close to capacity across five days. Own-label agreements are negotiated annually with volume commitments. The founder leads new product development, which is the principal source of listings growth.

Financial summary

Figures are as presented by the seller and reviewed by The Brokerage.

Turnover band
£1m–£2m
Turnover
£1,940,000
EBITDA
£241,000
Adjusted EBITDA
£288,000
Guide price
£1,450,000
Price basis
Enterprise value for a 30% shareholding

Three-year summary

2024 — turnover £1.94m, EBITDA £0.24m 2023 — turnover £1.71m, EBITDA £0.20m 2022 — turnover £1.49m, EBITDA £0.16m

Recurring / contracted revenue

54% under annual own-label supply agreements

Investment highlights

  • BRCGS-accredited production site
  • 54% of revenue under annual own-label supply agreements
  • Consistent double-digit turnover growth for three years
  • Established listings with regional retail groups
  • New product development capability held in-house

Transaction

Preferred transaction type
Minority stake
Reason for sale
The founder is seeking growth capital through a minority investment rather than an exit.
Owner post-sale intention
The founder will continue to lead the business.
Growth opportunities
The existing line runs near capacity five days a week. A specified second line would roughly double output and open weekend running for seasonal demand.

Controlled information

Further information exists and is held back. Release follows an information request, and may require further approval and an NDA.

Business identity and trading address

Registered legal name, company number and full address.

Detailed financial information

Statutory accounts, management information and the adjustment narrative.

Customer concentration

Named customers, contract terms and revenue distribution.

Key staff and contracts

Management structure, key personnel and material agreements.

Supporting documents

Seller-supplied documentation released through the Deal Room.

Opportunity record

Reference
TB-1209
Region
South West
Business type
Private limited company
Trading tenure
10–20 years
Employees
26–50