Our Private Equity specialists advise Endless on the proposed sale of KTC Edibles Group to Whitworths Food Group

Endless acquired KTC in May 2022 and has invested heavily in the business over the last three years. Working alongside incumbent CEO, Paresh Mehta, turnover has grown by over £150 million and profitability has more than doubled. This growth has been achieved via the successful introduction of a new management team to support Paresh, significant capital investment across the manufacturing sites together with the successful acquisitions of Cardowan, a Scottish specialist margarine manufacturer, and Trilby, an Irish bulk distributor of edible oils.

Walker Morris’ Corporate team was led by Partners Debbie Jackson and Thomas Mieszkowski, with support from Marianne McKeown (Senior Associate), Matt Gale (Associate) and Tom Parkes (Associate).  Walker Morris’ Corporate team was also supported by a multi-disciplinary of lawyers throughout the firm.

Aidan Robson, Managing Partner of Endless LLP, said: “We are very proud of what we have achieved with KTC over the last three years and have thoroughly enjoyed working with Paresh and the KTC team. Through everyone’s hard work, we leave KTC in an excellent position as the premier supplier of edible oils and fats in the UK with substantial headroom for further growth. Whitworths represent a fantastic long-term owner for the business. The combination of both businesses will create a strong platform supplying two important ingredients to the UK food sector. We wish the whole KTC team all the very best for the future.”

Debbie Jackson and Thomas Mieszkowski added: “We’re delighted to have been part of Endless’ successful exit from KTC, marking a significant achievement in their investment journey. Over the past three years, Endless has demonstrated a deep commitment to enhancing KTC’s operations, driving both growth and profitability. This exit reflects the strength of strategic decisions made that have positioned KTC for future long-term success.”

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