ForgingBetterFutures
We are Equacy, a private equity firm proven to unlock potential and drive exceptional returns across the UK and Benelux.
About Us
We invest in operationally critical businesses with £10-25m+ EBITDA across B2B Services and Smart Industrials.
We bring more than capital. Building true partnerships to drive long-term, sustainable value.
OUR APPROACH
We unlock potential through partnerships, trust and experience.
Operationally critical businesses in the UK & Benelux
B2B Services & Smart Industrials
Ability to deploy SET™ Framework
SET™ FRAMEWORK
Refined over 20 years, our SET™ framework provides a holistic, repeatable blueprint for value creation.
Scale
Enhance
Transform
Scaling Operations
We unlock potential by accelerating growth, organically and through acquisitions. Our companies unlock synergies, scale platforms and build lasting competitive advantage.
Enhancing Capabilities
We look beyond growth to enhance core capabilities through strategic investment in human capital and the continuous optimisation of business strategy. We ensure ambition is clear, prioritised and that resources are aligned.
Transforming Businesses
We play a transformative role by repositioning businesses through data and digital innovation and internationalisation, often strategically applying advanced technologies to drive success.
Scale
Enhance
Transform
We partner with management teams to apply these levers systematically.
Ensuring each business is stronger, more resilient, and better positioned for lasting success.
Our Team
A proven track record of delivering returns.
Paul Harper
Managing Partner
Paul Harper
Managing Partner
Paul has 24 years of experience in the private equity industry and has completed investments across a variety of sectors.
Steve O’Hare
Managing Partner
Steve O’Hare
Managing Partner
With nearly three decades in the private equity industry, Steve has supported management teams across various industries.
Tim Swales
Managing Partner
Tim Swales
Managing Partner
Having worked in the private equity industry for 25 years, Tim possesses a broad range of investment expertise across multiple sectors.
Hubert van Wolfswinkel
Managing Partner
Hubert van Wolfswinkel
Managing Partner
Hubert has 20 years of experience in private equity in the UK and Benelux.
