Wed, 05 Mar 2025 | BUSINESS SALE
Farnworth, Bolton-based aerospace manufacturer Silcoms has been rescued in a pre-pack deal saving 80 jobs.
Silcoms, founded in 1939, is an established manufacturer of complex aero-engine ring components and assemblies, as well as industrial chains, conveyor systems and components.
The business suffered financial issues caused by the impact of Covid on the aerospace sector, supply chain pressures, and significant ongoing commitments to legacy liabilities.
Last year’s accounts showed the business made pre-tax profits of £316,000 on turnover of £11.6 million, an actual increase from £10 million the previous year in which the company made losses of £358,061.
Chris Ratten and Gareth Harris of RSM UK Restructuring Advisory LLP were appointed Joint Administrators of Silcoms Limited on March 4 2025 and secured the sale of the business and its assets in a pre-pack administration sale.
The trading business and assets were sold to Silcoms II Limited, backed by private equity firm Breal Capital, having conducted a thorough marketing process. The business employs over 80 staff, and all jobs have been saved as part of the sale.
Ratten said: “Silcoms is an established precision engineering business, and it is unfortunate that it has suffered over recent months due to factors beyond its control. However, the level of interest we have received as part of this process is testament to its history. We are pleased to have helped save the future of the business, which will ensure continuity of service at its site in Bolton and, most importantly, preserves employment for its highly skilled and loyal workforce. This has been a particularly complex deal, and we extend our gratitude to management, staff and wider stakeholders for their patience and support.”
Mick Welden of Breal Capital, said: “We are excited to support such a dynamic management team with our own turnaround and manufacturing expertise and the appropriate investment to grow the business. This is a great example of collaboration between various stakeholder groups to preserve vital manufacturing skills in the North West and ensure continuity of supply for the Silcoms’ customers. We would like to thank all of our advisors who assisted in the completion of this complex transaction and look forward to seeing the Company flourish in the coming months and years.”
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