Monday, 29 June 2015

CA080- Signage & Sign Writing Company Estate Agency Board Specialist

Signage & Sign Writing Company
Estate Agency Board Specialist

  Ref.CA080
Location Greater Manchester/Lancashire (relocatable)
Asking Price £ 135,000

Asking price includes:

Current Turnover circa £150,000 per annum
Gross Profits circa £118,000 per annum
All plant and equipment (circa £35,000)
Stock circa £5,000
3 Delivery/Pickup Vans
Boards in circulation circa 10,000
Large customer base circa 120 agents
Superb supply base
Low overheads
Training and handover
Asking price includes:

Current Turnover circa £150,000 per annum
Gross Profits circa £118,000 per annum
All plant and equipment (circa £35,000)
Stock circa £5,000
3 Delivery/Pickup Vans
Boards in circulation circa 10,000
Large customer base circa 120 agents
Superb supply base
Low overheads
Training and handover

Business profile:
This reputable and very well established business was set up over 8 years ago by the current vendors and specialises in the design, manufacture, supply and erection of estate agency boards thoughout the North West region .

The company has built up a large customer base generally situated within the M60 ringroad and can boast some 120 estate agents as customers. This is the core of the business but the company also has the ability to provide specilasit signage and banners that are digitally mastered and professionally manufactured. Currently the estate agency boards accounts for circa 90% of revenues.

The company has invested in technology(plotters, laminators,software design packages etc) and equipment over time to ensure it can provide a comprehensive turnkey solution with high quality images and quick turnaround times

This reputable and very well established business was set up over 8 years ago by the current vendors and specialises in the design, manufacture, supply and erection of estate agency boards thoughout the North West region .

The company has built up a large customer base generally situated within the M60 ringroad and can boast some 120 estate agents as customers. This is the core of the business but the company also has the ability to provide specilasit signage and banners that are digitally mastered and professionally manufactured. Currently the estate agency boards accounts for circa 90% of revenues.

The company has invested in technology(plotters, laminators,software design packages etc) and equipment over time to ensure it can provide a comprehensive turnkey solution with high quality images and quick turnaround times

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Tuesday, 23 June 2015

CN051-Virtual Reality Cinema Simulator

Virtual Reality Cinema Simulator 

 Ref.CN051
Location Belfast, Northern Ireland
Asking Price £ 45,000

 Asking price includes:

Good location
Top class prime pitch
Portable top of the range modern equipment
Unique offering

Business profile:
This 7D simulator cinema is ideally located in a major shopping centre in Belfast with retailers and restaurants attracting plenty of custom to the area. The simulator has the newest technology in virtual reality to incorporate the audience in accordance to what is happening on screen. The platform and the chairs move to create one of many sensations the simulator offers to visitors experiences.

Visitors can pick any movie from a list of over 70 films for all tastes and view in an intimate setting of only six chairs. The chairs and platform move to create a very special visitor experience in a safe environment with special effects that vary according to each movie while the visitor not only watches but becomes part of the movie.

The simulator is specifically designed to be fully adjustable to suit people of all ages with visitors average age being 10 – 20 years and approximate 60% female, 40% male. 

Monday, 22 June 2015

CT034-Fully licensed scrap metal and recycling business

Fully licensed scrap metal and recycling business 

Ref.CT034
Location Hertfordshire
Asking Price £ 1,000,000

Asking price: OIRO £1 million

Business profile:
Introduction

Turner Butler has been appointed to invite offers of purchase for 100% of the Issued Share Capital of a fully licensed scrap metal and recycling business specialising in ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Key strengths:

The Company has the following key attributes:

• Fully licensed scrap metal and recycling business specialising in ferrous and non ferrous metals
• Garage collection scheme – up to 400 Clients plus fridge, freezer and air conditioning units disposal
• (Details of licences to be inserted here)
• Strong compliance with Environmental Legislation
• Well equipped leasehold premises including weighbridge and yard with container loading facilities and offices
• Excellent, strong and positive cash flows
• Rapid growth to date with significant growth and expansion opportunities 

Saturday, 20 June 2015

CQ179-Established & Highly Professional Independent Hair & Beauty Salon

Established & Highly Professional Independent Hair & Beauty Salon 

Ref.CQ179
Location Bedfordshire
Asking Price £ 75,000

Leasehold

Asking price includes:

Annual turnover is crica £158,000
Gross profit of £40,000
Net profit of £17,000
Net asset value is estimated at £40,000

All equipment, fixtures and fittings
Highly trained, professional and talented team
Ongoing growth pattern with scope for further expansion
Established client base
Town centre location
Excellent reputation
Goodwill

Business profile:
Well established within the community, this prominent independent hair and beauty salon was established by the vendor in 2003. Since that time the salon has become firmly positioned as a successful market leader within the area. The business has gone from strength to strength providing exceptionally high standards in all hairdressing and beauty services.

These services include a comprehensive cutting and styling portfolio, hair colouring, perms, hair extensions and styling for special occasions such as weddings. In addition to this a full range of beauty treatments are offered in the beauty salon located on the 1st floor, where clients receive beauty treatments ranging from electrolysis to non surgical facelifts from experienced beauty therapists.

With customer service high on the list, the salon always provides a very high standard of hair and beauty related services. The stylists and therapists are a true asset to the business and are experienced in cutting, styling and beauty treatments, offering a professional, friendly and yet approachable service that retains clients and attracts many new referrals.
 

CT035- Specialist plumbing.Installation, service and repair of domestic waste disposers, hot taps and waste compactors.

Specialist plumbing.Installation, service and repair of domestic waste disposers, hot taps and waste compactors.

 Ref.CT035
Location London and the South East
Asking Price £ 70,000

Business profile:
Introduction

Turner Butler has been appointed to invite offers of purchase for 100% of the Issued Share capital of one of the leading specialists in the installation service and repair of domestic waste disposers, hot taps and waste compactors.

Key strengths:

The business has the following key attributes:

• Installation, service and repair of waste disposers, hot taps and waste compactors.
• Under guarantee manufacturers agent for several leading worldwide brands.
• Very well established Business.
• Solid, on-going domestic customer base.
• Growth/niche business sector.
• Substantial growth and expansion opportunities.
• Easily transportable, profitable business.
• Full training and handover.

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Monday, 15 June 2015

CC173-Cultural development agency – specialists in capital project development and feasibility work, organisational development (business planning, strategic development, staff and board development) event production and delivery, and fundraising for cultural projects

Cultural development agency – specialists in capital project development and feasibility work, organisational development (business planning, strategic development, staff and board development) event production and delivery, and fundraising for cultural projects 

 Ref.CC173
Location UK wide
Undeclared

 Business profile:
Introduction

Turner Butler has been appointed to invite offers of 100% of the Issued Share Capital in one of, if not, the, leading cultural development agency in the UK.

Key strengths:

The business has the following key attributes:

• One of, if not, the, leading cultural development agency in the UK.
• Substantial expertise and experience in capital projects, organisational development, high profile festivals and events, and fundraising.
• Highly skilled and experienced team.
• Proven track record of successful tendering.
• Excellent growth and expansion opportunities – significant funding already secured for future projects.

Saturday, 13 June 2015

CH139-IN-STORE MULTI-SITE COFFEE DISPENSING MACHINES

IN-STORE MULTI-SITE COFFEE DISPENSING MACHINES 

 Ref.CH139
Location Relocatable
Asking Price £ 1,850,000

 Asking Price: O.I.R.O. £1.85 Million

Business profile:
The opportunity exists to acquire all the issued capital in two companies that own, install and operate some 400 self-service coffee machines in supermarket stores, forecourts, and independent convenience stores and retail outlets (together called “The Company”).

The Company has developed a highly successful business model and it has significant opportunity to be expanded nationally and to be rolled out internationally.
The Company is an established operation which started over 4 years ago and has developed a highly successful and proven hot drink offering. Each machine is branded and prominently displayed in its location.

The Company owns all of its “bean to cup” machines which are purchased from their manufacturer under a UK wide exclusive license arrangement. The coffee is selected, roasted and packed by the largest coffee provider in the country. The signature blend is selected by the Company and is unique to its machines.

The Company is a family business ultimately owned by a husband and wife team. The wife takes no significant part in the business and the husband is responsible for overseeing the management of the business.

CA090-3D Digital Design & Animation Studio

3D Digital Design & Animation Studio


Ref.CA090
Location West Country
Asking Price £ 300,000

 Turnover circa £238,000 per annum
EBITDA before the owner’s drawings of £136,124
Net Assets are c£13,000 assuming no cash & no debt.

Outstanding business reputation
Loyal worldwide client base of blue chip companies
Highly effective and profitable business model
Highly experienced and skilled team
Very professional website

Business profile:
This business is an award winning digital animation and illustration production studio based in the south west of England.

The business has been established for over 40 years and during that time has built an outstanding reputation, a loyal client base of blue chip companies all over the globe and a highly effective and profitable business model.

Bespoke 3D technical and product animation and photo realistic illustration are created for customers’ marketing, exhibitions, communications and service training purposes and stored for continual design updates and alterations.

The very best in 3D computer illustration, visualisation and animation are offered, combining many years of traditional skills and experience in understanding and satisfying its clients’ needs together with cutting edge 3D digital techniques and equipment.

Monday, 1 June 2015

CE214-Independent Recruitment Company supplying Driving, Industrial & Commercial Staff

Independent Recruitment Company supplying Driving, Industrial & Commercial Staff 

 Ref.CE214
Location West Yorkshire
Asking Price £ 4,000,000

 Asking price O.I.R.O. £4,000,000

Asking price includes:

Turnover for last financial year circa £8.6Million p.a.
Gross Profits circa £1.14 Million p.a.
Adjusted EBITDA circa £665,000 p.a.
Net Assets/Shareholders Funds circa £1.16Million

Excellent reputation–15 years in the Leeds/West Yorkshire market
Established, independent agency supplying temporary and permanent staff
All candidates are interviewed and referenced checked
A careful, selective service for candidates
Trained consultants (REC Qualified)
Established candidate database
Office furniture and equipment over 2 floors
Prime City Centre location (lease to 2024)
Extensive client database (7000 live contacts)
Superb profit margins
Training and handover
Goodwill

Business profile:
Established by the vendors in 1999, this business provides an independent local recruitment service supplying permanent and temporary driving, industrial and commercial staff to local businesses in West Yorkshire.

The company has grown from strength to strength from an autonomous/ empowered environment employing dedicated staff and operating excellent in house quality management systems and earned an enviable reputation for professionalism and quality.

Independence is a key contributing factor to the continued success of the business as this allows the flexibility to provide focus, speed and real commitment to clients needs. The company service charter ensures that each individual candidate and client receives the same high degree of customer care.

The business aims to match candidates’ career aspirations to rewarding job positions, and by investing time and using an exhaustive pre-selective service they make sure only candidates that are well qualified and suited to each vacancy are put forward.

CE213-Young Software Company with Own Suite of Biometrics Security and Fraud Prevention Solutions

Young Software Company with Own Suite of Biometrics Security and Fraud Prevention Solutions 

 Ref.CE213
Location Central Scotland
Offers Invited 

Asking price includes:

Turnover for last financial year circa £130,000 p.a.
Figures for current year are expected to show large growth
Strong pipeline
Growing year on year
Desirable blue chip client base
Suite of in-house B2B software products
Full Intellectual Property Rights
Source & Object Code
Huge global market place
IBM Advanced Business Partner
ValidSoft & Aspect Partner
Website

Business profile:
Turner Butler are delighted to bring to market this young, dynamic, highly innovative and technological solutions development company. The company, (having previously been in incubation whilst it was developing its offerings), only started trading in 2012 so is very much at the start of its lifespan.

The company’s core business centres around voice biometrics security and fraud prevention solutions, with a bias towards Improved Identity and Verification for Contact Centres, Financial Services and Government. This company’s solutions allows for the rapid deployment of cloud based voice-biometric technologies into useful real and robust business solutions. These solutions reduce fraud, reduce agent handling times(AHT) and deliver high levels of customer satisfaction.

The company also provides Emergency Registration Software for UK Councils as well as some hosting services. The emergency notification solution features a real time interface and is currently utilised by many public sector bodies.

CC172-eLearning library with a particular emphasis on Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and Compliance within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

eLearning library with a particular emphasis on Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and Compliance within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. 

 Ref.CC172
Location Re-locatable
Asking Price £ 1,600,000

Business profile:
Introduction

Turner Butler has been appointed to invite offers of purchase for 100% of the Issued Share capital of a company that has developed an eLearning platform with a particular emphasis on Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and Compliance within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

Key strengths:

The business has the following key attributes:

• Powerful eLearning platform with extensive library.
• Particular emphasis on Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and Compliance within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
• Additional generic corporate eLearning programs and bespoke development capabilities.
• 25 courses representing approximately 55 hours of eLearning.
• Solid, longstanding international Client base including some of the biggest names in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
• Three year contracts in place with some Clients.
• Growth/niche business sector.
• Substantial potential for course and market expansion.
• Easily transportable, profitable business.

The business provides an acquirer with:

• An ideal bolt on for a company already providing eLearning.
• An excellent opportunity for any investor with a background in the IT or Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industries. 

CE211-An independent children’s day care nursery to include the freehold

An independent children’s day care nursery to include the freehold

 Ref.CE211
Location South Wales
Asking Price £ 1,400,000

Business profile:
Introduction

Turner Butler has been appointed to invite offers of purchase of an independent children’s day care nursery to include the freehold.

Key strengths:

The business has the following key attributes:

• A very well-established, well managed profitable day nursery.
• CSSIW registration for approximately 70 children.
• Attractive, freehold premises in a prime location.
• Excellent reputation for high standards of care and customer service.
• ‘Wrap around’ care to include school collections and drop offs.
• Holiday club provision.
• Well-trained and highly experienced staff.
• Excellent growth and expansion opportunities.

The business provides an acquirer with:

• An ideal bolt on for a company already operating in the children’s day care nursery sector.
• An excellent ‘starter’ opportunity for an organisation or an individual looking to establish a foothold in the children’s day care nursery sector. 

CT037-Waste Water Company in South East. Drainage, Investigation, Design, Surveys & Maintenance. Sewage Treatment Expertise and Construction Services.

Waste Water Company in South East. Drainage, Investigation, Design, Surveys & Maintenance. Sewage Treatment Expertise and Construction Services. 

 Ref.CT037
Location Kent - Relocatable
Asking Price £ 275,000

 Turnover circa £414,920 per annum
Gross Profit circa £176,960
Net profit circa £79,000
EBITDA £100,000
Net asset value c £63,000

Member of Relevant National Professional Organisation Sewage Association

All plant and equipment
On-going growth pattern
Contracted, repeat and referral customers
Websites

Business profile:
This high quality waste water company operates mainly in the South East of England combining drainage and sewage solutions, investigations, survey, maintenance and construction services.

This well established and highly reputable business was set up by the vendor approximately 10 years ago and in that time it has grown into the successful sewage and drainage business that it is today. The business specialises in providing quality and cost effective services in Drainage Maintenance, Drainage Surveys, Sewage Treatment Expertise, Flood Risk Assessment, Construction Services, Sewage Treatment Expertise and CCTV Surveys on a mainly commercial basis. A high percentage of work is undertaken for local authorities on a rolling 5 year contract, with more work gained through repeat business and referrals.

Due to the businesses service-led approach it has built up a very impressive and loyal customer base with ongoing maintenance, servicing and monitoring contracts in place.
Equipment:

This business is well-equipped and has a significant amount of plant and equipment, systems and vehicles that enables it to carry out all its duties effectively.