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The South East remains the third largest region of the UK, covering the counties of Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex, East Sussex, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, and Berkshire. It continues to be home to the UK's two busiest airports: Heathrow and Gatwick. With its strategic location and close links to both London and mainland Europe, South East England maintains its position as the UK's second-largest regional economy after the capital city.
In 2024, the South East's economy has diversified further, with new growth sectors emerging alongside traditional strengths. The region's Gross Value Added (GVA) was estimated at £101.6 billion in 2023, accounting for 5% of the UK total. Key sectors now include life sciences, net zero technologies, digital creative industries, advanced manufacturing, food tech, modular construction, and agritech. The business landscape in the South East remains robust, with 1,351,756 companies registered in the region as of October 2024, representing 12.5% of all companies in the UK[5]. The most prominent business activities are Science (16.5%), Wholesale and Retail (11.6%), and ICT (10.8%). The IT sector is showing signs of recovery after previous declines. The region continues to be an attractive location for businesses, with Surrey ranking as the best area for business in the UK for 2024. The South East's workforce remains highly educated, with areas like Surrey boasting 53.3% of the population holding NVQ4+ qualifications.In 2024, the South East of England has experienced a dynamic year in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), marked by a notable increase in deal values despite a decline in volume. The region saw a total of 739 deals announced year-to-date, representing a decrease of nearly 21% compared to the previous year. However, the total deal value soared to £26.2 billion, up from £9 billion in the same period last year.
A highly respected business established since 2014. The vendors are known for their reactive troubleshooting, and both mechanical & electrical servicing within building and construction.
Opportunity to acquire a business with a comprehensive understanding of global shipping and worldwide customer relations, situated within proximity to a highly trafficked airport.
The business specialises in offering design, installation, and maintenance services for domestic irrigation systems. The company operates on a primarily regional B2B and B2C basis across South East England. The business is ideally placed to achieve f...
Opportunity to acquire a plumbing, heating & bathroom merchant with further self-storage services, the business was established in 2010.
Established for over 20 years, the company has developed a reputation within the paint finishing market for providing consistently high standard of work, complemented by strong customer service. The business’s extensive service offering includes powd...
Opportunity exists to purchase a commercial contract cleaning company located in Berkshire.
An executive coach hire company, trading since 1984 with established school contracts is on the market for smooth acquisition.
The company has established an excellent reputation as a provider of high-quality, detailed drawings for home expansions. This includes drawings for loft and garage conversions; extensions; internal alterations; new build designs; porches, conservat...
The business sells and installs motorhome and caravans accessories for clients. Well-established in the region having operated for almost 20 years.
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The company has assembled a top-of-the-range fleet to provide specialist logistics services to the fashion industry. Testament to the quality of services it provides, the business has cultivated strong relationships with high-value designers and manu...
The business is a leading provider of breakdown & recovery recruitment, established in 2001 and with over 30 years combined knowledge.
Well-established and highly sought metal recycling plant operating in Surrey since 2015. A reputable and trustworthy business according to "Salvage Parts".
Presenting a high quality Romanian & Polish grocery store located in Witney with plenty room for expansion.
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The company was originally founded in 1985 to provide copy & print services to local businesses. Over time the business has become one of the most diverse copy/print shops in the UK. The business is well structured with an excellent and consistent tr...
This well known and successful business, set up over 38 years ago, provides a comprehensive workshop service for motor vehicles/cars and light commercial vehicles and within the busy Surrey and South East region and has been in the current vendor’s o...
This family owned company are acquiring land, designing, building and marketing flexible office and work spaces in upcycled and converted containers. The company’s vision is to provide affordable and customisable work space solutions for all types of...
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We are offering for sale a very well-established business originally founded in 2007 as a result of a passionate interest from the current owners. The businesses sources, imports and refurbishes Airstream and other American Vintage travel trailers fr...
The opportunity exists to acquire by way of a share purchase all of the issued capital in this site groundworks, building services company (“the Business”).
This tipper and grab hire business has been in operation since 2016 and benefits from customer loyalty and reputation.
Provides a comprehensive range of specialist self storage solutions, including partitioning and locker systems, as well as mezzanine flooring and fire protection installations. Delivers complete, bespoke solutions for clients, incorporating AutoCAD d...
Buy a company out of administration, at lower than market-valued prices. Enquire about assets that may be a result of a business falling into distress.
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