Centriforce

Our role

Our Direct Lending team acted as Sole Lender to provide senior debt facilities in support of Rubicon's investment into Centriforce.

Rubicon required a flexible structure to support their investment in Centriforce, and approached Investec due to their proven ability to deliver bespoke flexible solutions in a short timeline.

Investec are pleased to be able to support Rubicon on another transaction, reinforcing a long-standing relationship.

About Centriforce

Since being founded in 1976, Centriforce has been one of the most innovative recycled plastic manufacturers in the UK. Based in Liverpool, the company manufactures products which help to prevent damage being caused to people, assets or utilities during industrial projects. Their recycled plastic damage prevention products have been found to have uses in a wide range of sectors including the Agriculture, Equestrian, Utilities, Building and Landscaping. They are best known for their range of industry leading products which includes the ever popular Stokbord® Sheet which is highly regarded for its versatility, durability and sustainability.

About Rubicon Partners

Rubicon Partners is a hands-on investment partnership focused on the acquisition of complex industrial businesses in the UK. Over the past 31 years, Rubicon has invested in 83 businesses across the manufacturing, distribution and service sectors, ranging in value from £15m to £250m. Rubicon focuses on opportunities for long-term value creation through working closely with company management in addressing strategic opportunities and operational performance. The firm has extensive experience in acquiring from private family ownership, retiring owner managers, and corporate carve outs.