Our Sector Focus
HW Capital Group targets four key sectors where we have deep expertise and see significant growth opportunities for well-managed SMEs across the UK.
Facilities Management
The UK facilities management market is valued at over £120 billion, offering significant opportunities for consolidation and growth. We focus on businesses providing essential services to commercial, industrial, and public sector clients across Britain.
Hard FM Services
HVAC maintenance, electrical services, plumbing, building maintenance, and engineering services.
Soft FM Services
Cleaning services, security, catering, waste management, landscaping, and reception services.
Integrated FM
Total facilities management solutions combining multiple services under single contracts.
Market Opportunities
Growing Outsourcing Trend
Businesses increasingly outsourcing non-core activities
Regulatory Compliance
Increasing focus on health, safety, and environmental standards
Technology Integration
IoT and smart building technologies creating new opportunities
Target Characteristics
- • Long-term contracts with blue-chip clients
- • Recurring revenue models
- • Strong health & safety records
- • Opportunities for cross-selling
Market Dynamics
Net Zero Commitments
UK target of net zero emissions by 2050 driving demand
Government Support
Significant policy support and financial incentives
Technology Maturation
Proven technologies with improving cost competitiveness
Investment Focus
- • Established revenue streams
- • Strong project pipeline
- • Experienced management teams
- • Scalable business models
Renewable Energy
The renewable energy sector represents one of the fastest-growing markets in the UK, driven by government policy, corporate sustainability commitments, and improving technology economics. We target businesses across the renewable energy value chain.
Solar Energy
Solar panel installation, maintenance, and energy storage solutions for commercial and residential markets.
Wind Energy
Wind turbine services, maintenance, and small-scale wind energy development.
Energy Storage & Management
Battery storage systems, energy management software, and grid balancing services.
Specialised Manufacturing
The UK's specialised manufacturing sector represents a cornerstone of British industry, encompassing high-value, precision manufacturing businesses that serve critical supply chains. We focus on companies with strong technical capabilities, established market positions, and opportunities for growth.
Precision Engineering
CNC machining, precision tooling, aerospace components, and high-tolerance manufacturing.
Automotive Components
Specialised automotive parts, electric vehicle components, and aftermarket manufacturing.
Medical Device Manufacturing
Medical device components, pharmaceutical equipment, and healthcare technology manufacturing.
Sector Advantages
Reshoring Opportunities
UK manufacturing reshoring creating domestic opportunities
High Barriers to Entry
Specialised expertise and certifications protect market position
Industry 4.0 Integration
Digital transformation enhancing productivity and capabilities
Target Characteristics
- • Specialised technical expertise
- • Quality certifications (ISO, AS9100)
- • Long-term customer relationships
- • Proprietary processes or IP
Market Strengths
Infrastructure Investment
Significant government infrastructure spending programmes
Essential Services
Critical industrial services with defensive characteristics
Technology Adoption
Digital transformation creating new service opportunities
Key Attributes
- • Specialised technical expertise
- • Long-standing customer relationships
- • High barriers to entry
- • Recurring maintenance revenues
Industrial Services
The UK industrial services sector encompasses a broad range of specialised businesses serving manufacturing, construction, and infrastructure markets. We focus on companies with strong technical capabilities and established customer relationships across Britain.
Engineering Consultancy
Design, consultancy, project management, and technical services for industrial clients.
Equipment Services
Industrial equipment supply, maintenance, repair, and specialised tooling solutions.
Process Optimisation
Lean manufacturing, automation solutions, and operational efficiency services.
Cross-Sector Synergies
Our multi-sector approach creates opportunities for synergies and cross-selling between portfolio companies, enhancing value creation across our investments throughout the UK.
Shared Services
Leveraging common functions like finance, HR, and procurement across portfolio companies to drive efficiency.
Technology Transfer
Sharing best practices and technologies between sectors, particularly in digitalisation and automation.
Market Access
Creating opportunities for portfolio companies to access new markets through existing customer relationships.
Does Your Business Fit Our Sector Focus?
If your business operates in facilities management, renewable energy, specialised manufacturing, or industrial services and meets our investment criteria, we'd love to explore partnership opportunities.