Chemicals business set for growth with private equity firm backing
Technikraft, the Goole-based chemicals business, is targeting further growth after securing a significant investment from PHD Equity Partners.
The company produces over 800 different formulations including cleaners, fuel additives, anti-corrosion and lubrication products.
Established in 1987, Technikraft employs 57 staff at its 27,000 sq ft headquarters on Britannia Business Park.
The funding from PHD will allow the management team to realise part of their investment in the business and support growth in new and existing markets.
Philip Price and Craig Richardson led the deal on behalf of PHD Equity Partners, which is the private equity arm of Dow Schofield Watts.
Price said: “Technikraft is a key employer in the area with a reputation for quality product and service delivery and is one of the few suppliers which can cater for the growing demand for short production runs and fast turnaround times.
“Since our first meeting with the management team, we have built a strong relationship and look forward to working with them to help them continue this impressive story.”
Sophie Colloby of Dow Schofield Watts Transaction Services provided financial due diligence for PHD Equity Partners, while Rosie Spencer and Will Munday of DWF provided legal advice, and Colin Smyth of RSM provided tax advice.
Dave Wilson of Spinnaker Corporate Finance introduced the transaction to PHD Equity Partners and advised the shareholders of Technikraft, who were also advised by Mark Heppell and Sara Bluston of JMW.
