Eversholt Rail Group

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Eversholt Rail Group - overview

Established

1994

Location

London, -, UK

Primary Industry

Rail Transport

About

Eversholt Rail Group is a prominent company in the UK rail industry, focused on the ownership and leasing of passenger and freight rolling stock, delivering essential services to various train operators. Eversholt Rail Group specializes in leasing passenger and freight rolling stock in the UK. The company was founded in 1994, with its headquarters in London, UK. In January 2015, CK Investments acquired Eversholt for GBP 1.


1 billion. William Alaynick is the founder, while Mary Kenny serves as CEO. Eversholt Rail has completed a total of 4 deals, with its latest deal dating back to January 20, 2015. The company has raised a total of GBP 1.


1 billion through its funding rounds. Eversholt Rail Limited focuses on owning and leasing passenger and freight rolling stock within the UK rail sector. Currently, the company leases trains to nine train operators and two freight operators, facilitating essential rail transportation services. It has invested over GBP 3 billion in new trains since the rail privatization in the mid-1990s.


The company also enhances the quality and reliability of its fleet through rigorous maintenance and significant upgrades, improving the travel experience for millions of passengers who rely on services from major operators like LNER and First Group plc. In the most recent year of 2024, Eversholt Rail generated revenue of GBP 51,888,989. 80 and reported an EBITDA of GBP 6,109,398. 80.


Revenue is mainly derived from long-term leasing agreements with various train operating companies, allowing operators to provide services without the capital burden of purchasing new trains. Eversholt Rail Group is focused on future growth through the development of new rolling stock and expansion into additional markets. The latest funding from the TRADE SALE in January 2015 will support these initiatives. The company aims to enhance its service offerings and explore opportunities to expand leasing agreements with more operators in the UK rail market.


Primary Industry

Rail Transport

Sub Industries

Rail Transport

Website

www.eversholtrail.co.uk

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Amount Raised

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Eversholt Rail Group - deals

Deals TypeDeal StatusTarget (s)Deal DateInvestor(s)Seller(s)Deal size (Mn)Enterprise value (Mn)Post-money valuation (Mn)EBITDA multiple (x)Revenue multiple (x)Lead partner (s)
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BuyoutCompletedEversholt Rail Group-

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