M&A Deal Summary

Headlam Group Acquires Domus Tiles

On December 7, 2017, Headlam Group acquired distribution company Domus Tiles from Alcuin Capital Partners for 35M GBP

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Headlam Group’s 3rd transaction in the Distribution sector.
  • This is Headlam Group’s largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Headlam Group’s 4th transaction in the United Kingdom.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2017-12-07
Target Domus Tiles
Sector Distribution
Buyer(s) Headlam Group
Sellers(s) Alcuin Capital Partners
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 35M GBP

Target

Domus Tiles

London, United Kingdom
Domus is a distributor of ceramic tiles for premium construction projects, primarily in commercial office and residential sectors as well as leisure, retail and education, with a fast-growing presence in engineered flooring and other hard surfaces. It has created its dominant position in the UK and international presence through a highly targeted sales and marketing programme, focused on the needs and demands of the architectural design community. This professional approach is built on exceptional design-led service, technical expertise and a comprehensive, innovative product range.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Headlam Group

Birmingham, United Kingdom
Category Company
Founded 1948
Sector Distribution
Employees2,338
Revenue 656M GBP (2023)
DESCRIPTION

Headlam Group is a distributer of a wide range of products, sourced from a variety of floorcovering suppliers around the globe, to its customer base who, in the main, are independent floorcovering retailers and contractors. Headlam Group was founded in 1948 and is based in Birmingham, the United Kingdom.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 4 of 4
Sector (Distribution) 3 of 3
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 4 of 4
Country (United Kingdom) 4 of 4
Year (2017) 1 of 1
Size (of disclosed) 1 of 2
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2013-03-28 Hall s Floorings

London, United Kingdom

Hall's Floorings Ltd. is a distributor of residential floor coverings.

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Seller(S) 1

SELLER

Alcuin Capital Partners

London, United Kingdom

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor

Category Growth Capital Firm
Founded 2004
Size Middle-Market
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Alcuin Capital Partners is a London-based private equity firm focused primarily on making growth, or development capital investments in profitable lower middle-market companies. In addition to providing funding for growth, Alcuin also considers buyouts, buy-ins and recapitalizations. The Firm's target investment size is £4 to £20 million. Alcuin looks to be the lead investor and will consider both majority or minority situations.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 7 of 12
Sector (Distribution) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 4 of 9
Country (United Kingdom) 7 of 11
Year (2017) 1 of 1
Size (of disclosed) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2016-11-30 Koh

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Koh currently operates 12 restaurants across Dorset, Wiltshire, Somerset, and Hampshire. The group has built a strong name in the South, won numerous national awards such as Eat Out’s ‘Brand of the Year 2016’, and is currently ranked 6th in the UK as ‘Best Employer in Hospitality’. Alongside its restaurants, Koh operates pop-up lounges for private parties and large public events such as the Bournemouth Air Show. Koh was founded in 2009 and is based in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2018-03-01 Jigsaw24

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Jigsaw24 offers IT solutions to businesses across the UK and has particular expertise in Apple, Adobe and creative solutions. The company has an impressive 21-year track record of year-on-year growth and has capitalized on the growing popularity of Apple products, mobile devices, and the development of associated apps for the workplace. Jigsaw24 was founded in 1992 and is based in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

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