Cairngorm Capital Invests in Whyte Bikes
March 1, 2021
Cairngorm Capital Partners has made a strategic investment in Whyte Bikes Limited, the Hastings-based British bicycle manufacturer, to support product development (including e-bikes), brand management and international sales expansion. The investment includes board strengthening with David Hill joining as non-executive chairman and will provide capital and strategic support to accelerate Whyte's growth.
- Targets
- Whyte Bikes Limited
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- East Sussex, United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Growth capital
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