Anglotech duplicates success with the help of ThinCats funding
Anglotech, one of the UK’s largest independent suppliers of copiers, printers and multi-function printer (MFP) technology, has acquired RVS group in a deal worth in excess of £3m supported by SME lender, ThinCats.
Based in central Nottingham, RVS are the largest independent photocopy supplier in the East Midlands. The deal is Anglotech’s fourth acquisition in eight months and the second supported by ThinCats.
In March this year, ThinCats helped fund the management buy-in of the Darlington-based Technocopy.
Based in Northampton, the Group is led by former professional footballer, Brad Piercewright, who is founder of the group. Anglotech’s board includes former England rugby union captain and Northampton Saints hooker Dylan Hartley.
The company currently now works with over 1,600 clients managing over 3,000 vital devices. The acquisition will bring job opportunities within the group of companies.
Paddy Sturman at Irwin Mitchell provided legal and advisory support. Martin Barron and team at BTG Advisory provided due diligence.
Brad Piercewright, CEO, Anglotech “It’s great to have ThinCats on board for our second expansion. We are on track to keep growing and to keep expanding into the future. From these solid foundations we are ready to copy our past successes and keep on expanding.”
Dylan Hartley, director, Anglotech “Professional sport is a short career, so I’ve been making plans for several years including taking an active role in business. Now that I’ve retired from rugby, I’m delighted to be involved with my new team at Anglotech. Brad has ambitious plans for future growth and the acquisition of RVS, with the support of ThinCats, is an important step on this journey.”
Ben Kimball, director business development, ThinCats “Having worked with Brad and Anglotech before, it is great to see our funding at work. Anglotech is performing ahead of budget thanks to strong sales and is an excellent example of a growing regional business. I look forward to working with Brad and Dylan in the future.”
