We first invested in BB7 in 2019, providing growth capital and scaleup support, to help accelerate the company’s ambitious growth plans.
Our investment enabled BB7 to execute a successful buy-and-build strategy, including the acquisition of Manchester-based Omega Fire and Ireland-based Goldsmith Engineering. We also supported the business in expanding its senior leadership team, introducing new systems and processes, and embedding a stronger data-led approach to decision making.
During this partnership, BB7 grew into the UK’s leading specialist consultancy in fire and façade engineering. Now a B-Corp certified business, with Best Companies recognition, BB7 operates from 10 offices and employs nearly 200 people.
In 2025, we exited BB7, generating a 3x MM return and 21% IRR on our investment, with the business now being powered by Certania Group.
