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Brownhills Glass

Bespoke glass manufacturer

Company overview

Brownhills specialises in bespoke glass processing according to the specifications of architects, builders, interior designers and private home owners, in addition to providing glass merchanting services to independent DGU manufacturers.

BGF’s investment supported the acquisition of Durham-based Peterlee Glass, helping extend its presence into the North East, as well as expanding its capacity in Peterlee through a new manufacturing site.

BGF exited its investment to Duke Royalty, a provider of alternative capital solutions.

Website
brownhillsglass.com

Company information

Head office
  • Walsall
CEO
Executive Chair
  • Nick Harrison
BGF office
Investment date
  • Mar 2015 – Apr 2018
Total BGF investment
  • £2.9 million

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