The new platform will target mature SME companies with stable, recurring revenue profiles, across a range of situations including retirement-driven exits, shareholder restructurings, bolt-on acquisitions and growth capital requirements.

Stuart McKee, chairman of Kelvin Capital, said: “Kelvin Capital has built a strong reputation supporting early-stage technology businesses, investing more than £150 million since 2009 and we are now looking to build on that track record in different sectors.

“Kelvin Capital Catalyst has been created to back high-quality, established SME companies that are at pivotal moments, where capital and operational expertise can unlock meaningful value.

“Our investment model combines strategic capital with the support of experienced non-executive directors and operating executives who bring proven expertise in deal execution, operational improvement and value creation. Kelvin Capital Catalyst will apply this approach to established SMEs across sectors including manufacturing and business services.”

The Kelvin Capital Catalyst Fund is structured to offer bespoke deal solutions rather than a one-size-fits-all control model. Transaction structures may include full cash exits, deferred consideration arrangements or partial equity rollovers to retain management alignment.

Investment focus:

• EBITDA-positive businesses
• Recurring or defensible revenue streams
• Succession, shareholder restructuring and special situations
• Growth capital and bolt-on acquisition support