Newable Capital Acquires Majority Stake in J.C. Atkinson & Son

LDC and Newable Invest in ARC Building Solutions

November 13, 2025

Building Products

LDC has made a growth investment in ARC Building Solutions, the Leeds-based manufacturer of passive fire protection and thermal insulation products, with Newable reinvesting alongside. The capital will support increased production capacity, upgraded systems and expanded sales and support capability while LDC joins the board to back management led by CEO Neil Weeks.

Funecap Groupe Acquires Facultatieve Group

January 9, 2023

Healthcare Services

Charterhouse-backed Funecap Groupe has acquired Facultatieve Group, including its UK subsidiary Facultatieve Technologies Limited. The deal expands Funecap's crematoria management and equipment capabilities across Europe (strengthening positions in the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland and the UK) and bolsters its leadership in crematoria equipment and maintenance; Facultatieve's management will remain as significant shareholders.

Newable Capital Invests in CMS Holdings UK Ltd (Commercial Maintenance Services)

April 14, 2022

HVAC & Mechanical

Newable Capital has made a long-term growth investment in CMS Holdings UK Ltd (Commercial Maintenance Services), a UK-based engineering and facilities services provider. The capital will support national expansion, investment in technology and training, and capability development across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, catering equipment and renewables services.

Newable Capital Invests in Weldfast UK Limited

August 25, 2021

Manufacturing

Newable Capital has made a growth investment in Weldfast UK Limited, a UK-based wholesaler and manufacturer of welding equipment, consumables and gas products. The funding will support Weldfast's next phase of growth, including product development, operational improvements and further acquisitions.

Newable Capital Invests in London Fire Solutions

March 12, 2021

Building Products

Newable Capital has made a long‑term growth investment in London Fire Solutions (LFS), a manufacturer and installer of passive fire protection products serving construction clients across London and the South East. The capital will support LFS's move to a larger manufacturing facility, investment in new machinery and expanded production and service capabilities while the existing senior management team, including founder Jim Hannon, remains in place.

Alleghany Capital Acquires 45% Stake in Wilbert Funeral Services

June 28, 2017

Manufacturing

Alleghany Capital Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a 45% equity interest in Wilbert Funeral Services, a leading provider of burial vaults, cremation products and precast concrete solutions for the funeral and cemetery industries. The minority investment establishes a long-term partnership to support Wilbert's management team in pursuing profitable growth, product innovation and potential acquisitions while preserving the company’s culture.