Astra Holding Group

We acquire exceptional businesses.

We are the long-term home for small and medium British businesses. We offer our resources, knowledge, and commitment to ensure their legacies endure forever.

What we do

  • We acquire controlling shares in UK based, profitable small and medium-sized businesses.

    Our focus is on industrial, B2B, niche, profitable businesses.

  • We optimise for long-term growth.

    Our aim is to enhance our acquired businesses by leveraging scale, capital, innovation, and digital tools.

  • We prioritise retaining and promoting leaders from within the business.

    Leaders of our portfolio companies keep operational autonomy.

Our investment criteria

We are looking for British, small, long-term profitable companies that fulfill a range of criteria across both financial and non-financial aspects.

Industrial B2B

Capital-light, B2B manufacturing, distribution or services businesses in industrial sectors.

Growth

Organic growth of 5% p.a. for at least 5 consecutive years, with a favourable outlook.

Size

Revenues of £3-30m, 10-100 employees and EBITDA of £0.8-3.0m.

Team

Energetic, committed management team willing to continue their journey with us.

Profitability

EBITDA margins of 15% or more for at least five consecutive years.

Reputation

Long-standing client relationships and high degrees of loyalty & repeat business.

Meet the Team

What motivates us

  • SMEs are Britain's economic pillars contributing to over half the economy and 60% of employment. We want to inject fresh energy, talent, and capital into these businesses.

  • Many SMEs are challenged by succession-related issues. We have faced this personally. We provide a solution, ensuring the founder legacy endures.

  • Large companies have harnessed the power of digital. We want to bring the same digital talent, tools, and capabilities to SMEs.

  • Companies that acquire and nurture SMEs long term through ups and downs have a track record of outperforming the market.

Contact Us

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