PARTIAL SALE AND GROWTH FUNDING FOR A HVAC AND HEATING/COOLING EQUIPMENT RENTAL COMPANY
Company Background
Rapid Energy is a UK-based provider of rapid-response and mission-critical HVAC and temperature-control hire solutions, supplying boilers, chillers and heaters to sectors including healthcare, construction, facilities management and critical infrastructure. Founded in 2020, the company built a strong reputation for technical expertise, reliability and fast response times.With growing demand across industrial and infrastructure markets, the business sought growth capital to expand its fleet, enhance engineering capability and invest in operational systems, while retaining its leadership team and customer-first culture.
Challenge
Our Approach
We were engaged to facilitate a partial sale, identifying a partner able to provide both capital and strategic support to accelerate growth.Baird Capital was selected as the ideal partner, bringing financial backing and experience in scaling lower mid-market businesses. The investment was structured to:
•Fund fleet expansion and increase capacity
•Strengthen engineering and service capability
•Invest in systems and operational infrastructure
•Preserve the existing management team and cultureThis ensured the company could scale while maintaining operational continuity.
Outcome
The transaction resulted in a strategic investment from Baird Capital, providing the funding required to accelerate expansion.Rapid Energy is now positioned to increase capacity, enhance service reliability and expand further into industrial and critical-infrastructure markets. The partnership provides a strong platform for long-term growth while maintaining operational autonomy and its service-led ethos.
Client Testimonial:
Enterprise Value: £27m
Buyer: PE Firm
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