Qualter, Hall & Co Limited
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Qualter, Hall & Co Limited - overview
Established
1860
Location
Barnsley, South Yorkshire, UK
Primary Industry
Business Support Services
About
Qualter Hall & Co Limited is a UK-based firm specializing in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation (MEICA) services, supporting complex infrastructure projects across various sectors. Founded in 1860 and headquartered in Barnsley, UK, Qualter, Hall & Co Limited provides essential engineering solutions with a focus on MEICA services. The company was acquired in July 2019 by Endless alongside its management from Waagner-Biro AG. The firm has completed a total of 1 deal to date.
Qualter Hall & Company Ltd specializes in providing comprehensive Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation (MEICA) services that span the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept development to final commercial operation and aftermarket support. The company's offerings encompass innovative engineering solutions for various sectors, including water and flood control, nuclear infrastructure, transportation, and mining. Notably, Qualter Hall delivers advanced solutions for moving and static bridges, Ro-Ro linkspans, water control gates, and capital plant machinery for shipbuilding. Their client base is diverse, serving governmental bodies, industrial enterprises, and other stakeholders involved in complex infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally.
The company’s expertise enables them to address unique engineering challenges effectively, leveraging their extensive production capabilities to meet the specific needs of their customers. Qualter Hall generates revenue through B2B transactions primarily focused on large-scale engineering contracts and projects. For the year 2023, the company reported a revenue of USD 17. 65 mn and an EBITDA of USD 1.
31 mn. Their business model typically involves direct negotiations with clients, leading to tailored agreements that may include fixed-price contracts, time-and-materials contracts, or milestone-based payments based on project progression. The revenue structure is influenced by the complexity and scale of the projects, with significant contracts often arising from sectors such as nuclear and transportation infrastructure. Specific pricing plans are determined on a project-by-project basis, reflecting the unique requirements and specifications outlined by clients.
Flagship offerings within their service portfolio, such as bespoke MEICA solutions and specialized machinery from Hugh Smith Engineering, contribute to their revenue generation strategy by addressing critical needs in the engineering landscape. Following the acquisition in July 2019, Qualter Hall's strategy includes exploring opportunities to expand into new markets and geographic regions to enhance its service offerings. Specific expansion plans for the upcoming years are being evaluated, with a focus on entering sectors that align with their core competencies. The recent funding will support the development of innovative products aimed at improving project efficiencies and addressing emerging industry challenges, demonstrating the company's commitment to advancing its market position.
Current Investors
Endless
Primary Industry
Business Support Services
Sub Industries
Engineering, Consulting Services
Website
www.qualterhall.co.uk
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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Qualter, Hall & Co Limited - timeline of key events
Qualter, Hall & Co Limited - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2010 | Dec 31, 2011 | Dec 31, 2012 | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 30, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 14,123,000 | 15,722,000 | 19,351,000 | 19,275,000 | 18,642,000 | 22,204,000 | 20,098,000 | 14,378,000 | 13,336,000 | 12,157,000 | 5,702,000 | 14,231,000 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | 11.3% | 23.1% | (0.4%) | (3.3%) | 19.1% | (9.5%) | (28.5%) | (7.2%) | (8.8%) | (53.1%) | 149.6% | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 1,840,000 | 1,851,000 | 1,965,000 | 2,039,000 | 2,202,000 | 2,089,000 | 1,773,000 | 713,000 | (3,273,000) | 223,000 | (1,826,000) | 1,308,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 1,488,000 | 1,480,000 | 1,577,000 | 1,639,000 | 1,814,000 | 1,653,000 | 1,353,000 | 313,000 | (3,656,000) | (678,000) | (2,169,000) | 1,001,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 10.5% | 9.4% | 8.1% | 8.5% | 9.7% | 7.4% | 6.7% | 2.2% | (27.4%) | (5.6%) | (38.0%) | 7.0% | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 13.0% | 11.8% | 10.2% | 10.6% | 11.8% | 9.4% | 8.8% | 5.0% | (24.5%) | 1.8% | (32.0%) | 9.2% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 1,057,000 | 1,068,000 | 1,229,000 | 1,276,000 | 1,456,000 | 1,363,000 | 812,000 | 224,000 | (3,471,000) | (757,000) | (2,300,000) | 825,000 | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 7.5% | 6.8% | 6.4% | 6.6% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 4.0% | 1.6% | (26.0%) | (6.2%) | (40.3%) | 5.8% | - | - | - |
Qualter, Hall & Co Limited - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buyout | Completed | Qualter, Hall & Co Limited | - |
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Qualter, Hall & Co Limited - employee data
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