Background
Formed in 1987, WJ Group is a leader in temporary and “mission critical” road marking work. With 9 key depots across the UK and a fleet of over 220 specialist vehicles, the company is able to serve local and national customers with the very highest level of service, driven by a responsible approach to business. The company has grown through acquisitions and investment in new products and services, including high performance road marking materials and efficient installation vehicles. THI partners with Wayne Johnston and his team who have built WJ Group with a visionary approach to sustainable business for the benefit of customers, employees, society and the environment. With its scale and expertise, WJ Group is well positioned to continue its strong growth trajectory; helping develop innovative solutions for customers and serving the critical road infrastructure in the UK.
What we did
THI is working with the management team to realise opportunities that will enable WJ Group to expand their products and services as well as customer base whilst continuing to develop value-added solutions for clients across the UK road network. WJ Group intends to be at the forefront of future industry advancement and the partnership with THI is expected to put the company in a strong position to provide highway clients with the absolute best innovative solutions for safety, customers and delivery.
“We are excited to welcome THI as our new investment partner to support our business as it enters the next phase of growth. THI’s permanent capital, ability to take a long-term view and operational experience, including in the automotive sector, make it the perfect partner to support WJ Group’s future development. The investment will enable our business to provide the great quality service we are known for to a broader range of customers as we increase our focus on the innovative technology and value-added solutions to support the future development of the road infrastructure market.”
Wayne Johnston, Managing Director, WJ Group
DEAL FACTS
Investment date
December 2020
Headquarters
UK
Intent
Buyout
Status
Active
PRESS RELEASE
Background
Formed in 1987, WJ Group is a leader in temporary and “mission critical” road marking work. With 9 key depots across the UK and a fleet of over 220 specialist vehicles, the company is able to serve local and national customers with the very highest level of service, driven by a responsible approach to business. The company has grown through acquisitions and investment in new products and services, including high performance road marking materials and efficient installation vehicles. THI partners with Wayne Johnston and his team who have built WJ Group with a visionary approach to sustainable business for the benefit of customers, employees, society and the environment. With its scale and expertise, WJ Group is well positioned to continue its strong growth trajectory; helping develop innovative solutions for customers and serving the critical road infrastructure in the UK.
What we did
THI is working with the management team to realise opportunities that will enable WJ Group to expand their products and services as well as customer base whilst continuing to develop value-added solutions for clients across the UK road network. WJ Group intends to be at the forefront of future industry advancement and the partnership with THI is expected to put the company in a strong position to provide highway clients with the absolute best innovative solutions for safety, customers and delivery.
DEAL FACTS
Investment date
December 2020
Headquarters
UK
Intent
Buyout
Status
Active
PRESS RELEASE
“We are excited to welcome THI as our new investment partner to support our business as it enters the next phase of growth. THI’s permanent capital, ability to take a long-term view and operational experience, including in the automotive sector, make it the perfect partner to support WJ Group’s future development. The investment will enable our business to provide the great quality service we are known for to a broader range of customers as we increase our focus on the innovative technology and value-added solutions to support the future development of the road infrastructure market.”
Wayne Johnston, Managing Director, WJ Group
Background
Formed in 1987, WJ Group is a leader in temporary and “mission critical” road marking work. With 9 key depots across the UK and a fleet of over 220 specialist vehicles, the company is able to serve local and national customers with the very highest level of service, driven by a responsible approach to business. The company has grown through acquisitions and investment in new products and services, including high performance road marking materials and efficient installation vehicles. THI partners with Wayne Johnston and his team who have built WJ Group with a visionary approach to sustainable business for the benefit of customers, employees, society and the environment. With its scale and expertise, WJ Group is well positioned to continue its strong growth trajectory; helping develop innovative solutions for customers and serving the critical road infrastructure in the UK.
What we did
THI is working with the management team to realise opportunities that will enable WJ Group to expand their products and services as well as customer base whilst continuing to develop value-added solutions for clients across the UK road network. WJ Group intends to be at the forefront of future industry advancement and the partnership with THI is expected to put the company in a strong position to provide highway clients with the absolute best innovative solutions for safety, customers and delivery.
“We are excited to welcome THI as our new investment partner to support our business as it enters the next phase of growth. THI’s permanent capital, ability to take a long-term view and operational experience, including in the automotive sector, make it the perfect partner to support WJ Group’s future development. The investment will enable our business to provide the great quality service we are known for to a broader range of customers as we increase our focus on the innovative technology and value-added solutions to support the future development of the road infrastructure market.”
Wayne Johnston, Managing Director, WJ Group
DEAL FACTS
Investment date
December 2020
Headquarters
UK
Intent
Buyout
Status
Active
PRESS RELEASE
