Transaction

Clearwater advises LDC on raising debt finance to support the MBO of TXM Plant

Transaction

LDC MBO of TXM Plant

Acquisition finance

Undisclosed

Role

Adviser to LDC on raising debt finance to support the MBO of TXM Plant

Sector

Industrial & Chemicals

Region

United Kingdom

TXM Plant, the UK’s largest supplier of Road Rail Vehicles (RRVs), has completed a management buyout to accelerate its growth and invest in its fleet. TXM Plant, which is headquartered in Milton Keynes, provides RRVs and associated attachments to Network Rail and its major contractors involved in maintenance, track renewal and infrastructure projects.

Clearwater’s Debt Advisory team raised a bespoke debt package utilising TXM Plant’s significant asset value to support the transaction and future growth, with funding being provided by PNC Business Credit.

The management buyout was backed by leading midmarket private equity firm LDC for an undisclosed sum. The investment comes amidst the UK’s biggest ever period of investment in rail infrastructure. Following the transaction, TXM Plant intends to accelerate its growth by investing heavily in its fleet and expanding its range of value-added services.

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It’s been great working with Clearwater and having their guidance and expertise throughout the process. Clearwater added significant value through arranging an attractive, well-structured financing package to help fund the investment, and in helping us to assess our likely exit options through a commercially focused exit review. The team undoubtedly has extensive knowledge of current debt markets as well as valuable M&A experience in the specialist plant hire sector.

John Green, Investment Director, LDC
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TXM has expanded significantly over recent years. This investment allows TXM to undertake a further period of growth and strive as a market leader within rail operations. We wish them every success going forward with a supportive funder base.

Mark Taylor, Partner and International Head of Debt Advisory, Clearwater

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