Case Studies

Case Study: Successful sale of long-standing family service station business

With the expert collaboration of Armstrong Watson’s Corporate Finance and Business Services teams, Jamie Wood successfully sold his family-owned business, St Michael’s Services, to a growth-oriented buyer, securing his retirement and ensuring the company's future ahead of 2026 tax relief changes.

Case Study: Legal Sector Corporate Finance specialists support disposal of Lupton Fawcett to Flint Bishop

Lupton Fawcett was supported through a confidential, carefully managed marketing and negotiation process that led to its successful sale to fast‑growing law firm Flint Bishop. The deal protected the firm’s people, secured cultural alignment, and created strong growth opportunities for both parties while navigating a complex commercial and regulatory landscape.

Case Study: Armstrong Watson secures short-term funding to help steel supplier get back on track

John W Laycock Ltd faced severe cashflow pressures after site consolidation, market volatility and equipment issues, leaving the business unable to secure further bank funding. Armstrong Watson identified a forthcoming land-sale opportunity, arranged short‑term bridging finance, and project‑managed the process—providing immediate cashflow relief and helping the company regain stability and momentum.

Case Study: Growth funding secured for Glasgow media company’s expansion 

Glasgow-based media company QTV was able to secure the capital needed to scale its operations and continue to deliver results after securing £1.25 million funding. 

Case Study: Armstrong Watson secures sale of second-generation family business 

Armstrong Watson advised on the successful sale of second-generation family business, Jack Coupe and Sons ahead of tax rises. 

Case Study: Armstrong Watson secures six-figure funding boost for longstanding rosettes business

Building on a trusted relationship, a business owner who Armstrong Watson previously advised on his acquisition, re-engaged the firm to identify the right investment partner and manage the funding process to support his growth plans.

Case Study: Farming family’s acquisition almost doubles size of poultry operation

A long-standing family farm business has almost doubled the size of its poultry operation following the acquisition of a second ready made site. 

Case Study: Genesis Brands Limited sold to French flooring specialist Gerflor

North Yorkshire-based Genesis Brand Limited, a well-established supplier of finishing profiles and specialist tools for the construction industry,  boasts a significant global presence with its products available in more than 70 countries worldwide.

Case Study: Corporate Finance Team supports acquisition of R & A Kay Inspection Services by BES Group

Background

R & A Kay Inspections Services (Rak) is a leading inspection services company catering for onshore oil and gas, petrochemical, industrial gases, chemicals and utilities sector. With its headquarters in Teesside, the business, which was formed in 1984 and then acquired by Executive Chairman Duncan Jarrett in 2007, supports blue chip clients in the UK and Europe with their inspection requirements. The team has built a solid reputation with some of the most skilled and experienced engineers in the country.

Case Study: Corporate Finance team supports sale of Isocom Components to Foresight Group

Background

North East-based Isocom Components 2004 is a well-established manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, with a niche specialism in optocouplers and optoswitches (components that allow an electrical signal to be transmitted between two isolated circuits using infrared light and a photo-sensor). With more than 30 years’ experience, the business supplies companies worldwide, using its global network of distributors and agents, from its base in Hartlepool.