M&A Consulting and Capital Raising

Strategic & tactical advice in the real asset space.

£5bn

of deals advised on in the last 3 years

15 to 20

transactions live at any one time

15

sub-sectors covered by current mandates

of deals advised on in the last 3 years

transactions live at any one time

sub-sectors covered by current mandates

We support management teams and Boards by providing independent advice and deep expertise as they consider important strategic decisions and transactions. We provide advice on the timing, structure, financing and value of a proposed transaction as well as leading negotiations and executing the deal. Our sector specialists work closely with our Investor Coverage Team to support clients in structuring and raising equity and other forms of risk capital to execute their business plans.

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Strategic Options Review:

We propose a number of suggested options to clients and make recommendations based on what we think will maximise value and manage risk.

Sell and Buy-side M&A:

Our team is experienced in representing and delivering on the needs of various parties in the M&A process.

Majority and Minority Stakes:

We advise clients considering either a transition or equity investment on what strategic transactions will help them meet their goals.

Joint Ventures:

Parties can collaborate on a single transaction with our team of capital raising brokers and M&A advisors.

Equity, Hybrid & Risk Capital Raise:

Our team has experience across a number of innovative capital raising services, matching clients with ideal financing partners.

Valuations Analysis:

Our in-house experts can advise on the worth or value of clients’ or target assets to ensure strategic decision-making.

our people

Meet our experts in M&A Consulting and Capital Raising

Terence Amako

Head of M&A
Terence is an experienced corporate finance professional with over 18 years of corporate finance,...

Omer Fazal

Senior Director, Head of Real Estate
Omer is an experienced corporate finance professional with 10+ years of experience providing...

Maria Goroh

Managing Director, Head of Capital Markets
Maria has 10 years of capital markets experience covering institutional investors primarily on...

Scott Douglas

Director
Scott is a Director at Centrus focused on investor coverage and capital raising.

Geoff Knight

Managing Director
Geoff has over 20 years of investment banking experience gained at RBC Capital Markets and Lloyds...

Paul Stevens

Managing Director
Paul is a founder of Centrus with over 25 years of corporate banking experience gained with Lloyds...

Phil Jenkins

Managing Director and Centrus Financial Advisors Limited CEO
Phil is a founding partner of Centrus and draws upon more than 25 years of investment banking and...

John Tattersall

Managing Director
John is a highly skilled corporate finance professional drawing on over 15 years’ experience...
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Centrus arranges £150m 10-12-year Private Placement for HICL Infrastructure PLC

22. 05.23 “We are pleased to have worked with Centrus to diversify our capital sources and access long-term funding. Their market knowledge and experience was key in assisting us navigate the challenging financial environment and  helping us achieve our funding objectives”

Helen Price Chief Financial Officer - HICL

Centrus advises Magnavale on new financing

16.05.23 We are pleased to have successfully closed this financing despite the challenging market backdrop. This transaction is a testament to robust sector fundamentals and secular demand for cold storage. We have a high conviction in this sector, and given limited new fit-for-purpose supply, we are well-positioned to benefit from new market opportunities and deliver long-term growth for our platform.”

Andrew Lawrence Director - Sadel Group

Centrus arranges £60m of new funding for Bernicia

02.05.2023 “We are delighted to have worked with Centrus on the arrangement of two new RCF facilities. The facilities will ensure that Bernicia’s strong levels of liquidity are maintained, with the removal of restrictive covenants and improved corporate controls supporting the modernisation of our treasury portfolio”

Janette Longstaff Executive Director, Finance - Bernicia

Centrus advises LHP on £30m ESG-linked RCF

14.04.23 “We are delighted with our new relationship with Danske. The new facility as well as helping maintain our strong levels of liquidity, has helped facilitate the removal of restrictive covenants. This leaves LHP in a significantly stronger position to deliver our planned investment strategy and deliver better homes for our customers”.

Kathryn Price Executive Director of Finance - LHP

Centrus advises Circle VHA on its first social housing development project

12.04.23 “Centrus were a great partner for us in this landmark project. They brought both financing and risk management solutions to the table and worked tirelessly to get the deal over the line, as well as a collaborative solution orientated approach to this project which was not without its challenges.”

Colin Creedon Finance Director - Circle VHA

Centrus advises on a £650m Sustainability Linked RCF for HICL Infrastructure PLC

28.03.23 “We are very pleased to have worked with Centrus to renegotiate our sustainability linked RCF. Their expert market knowledge and collaborative approach really helped us to achieve our funding objectives in what has been a very volatile economic environment ”

Helen Price Chief Financial Officer - HICL PLC

Centrus advises Portsmouth Water on £325m investment for first UK reservoir in 30 years

14.03.23 “We are delighted to have secured the £325 million investment required to construct Havant Thicket Reservoir. This will be the first large scale water storage reservoir to be built in the UK since the 1980s. It will play a key role in protecting internationally important chalk rivers – the River Test and the River Itchen, by securing a new, sustainable source of water for the region.”

Bob Taylor Chief Executive Officer - Portsmouth Water

Centrus arranges £70m private placement for University of Derby

01.03.23 “Centrus, and Mills & Reeve, provided outstanding support through the process, contributing to the successful outcome achieved. We are delighted our new borrowing arrangements link to our inclusion and equality commitments, given these commitments to the University’s strategic agenda.”

Craig Jones Chief Financial and Commercial Officer - University of Derby

Centrus arranges £50m Sustainability Linked RCF for University of London

27.02.23 “Centrus’ support has been invaluable, driving the best terms possible for UoL, providing assurance throughout the process, guiding us in a challenging market environment and helping us achieve this great outcome”

Rita Akushie Pro Vice-Chancellor Finance & Operations - University of London

Centrus advises mhs on £180m bank funding and £90m in new capital markets

20.02.23 ” With ongoing assurance and advice, Centrus has has allowed us to manage the challenging market environment and achieve these great outcomes”.

Bruce Shelmerdine, Finance Director, mhs homes group

Centrus arranges £100m funding for Caredig

10.02.23 “Centrus has supported us every step of the way, providing invaluable and tailored advice and assurance, with a flexible and dynamic approach. This approach ensured we achieved the best outcomes possible in a very challenging environment”

Cerys Gregory Director of Finance - Caredig

Centrus advises Gentoo on £460m restructure of its treasury portfolio

01.02.23 “We are delighted to have completed this complex project in what has been a challenging financial environment. The benefits of increased liquidity, modernised security arrangements and revamped covenants and corporate freedoms combine to increase Gentoo’s ability to deliver its corporate strategy.”

Peter Lenehan Executive Director of Finance – Gentoo

Centrus arranges £150m bank refinancing & £100m private placement for Silva

30.01.23 “Centrus has provided high quality support in arranging these deals. Their understanding of the market, strategic guidance and project support, has been key in helping us achieve such a strong outcome and position us for the future.”

John Andrew Finance Director - Silva Homes

Centrus arranges funding for DBE Energy anaerobic digestion plant 

04.01.23 “Centrus supported throughout, actively managing the process from start to finish. The team used their specific sector knowledge and expertise in structuring complex financings to run a sale process. We are delighted with the outcome and look forward to the future in partnership with Lazard Investment Management.”

Steve Sharratt CEO of DBE Energy Ltd

Centrus arranges additional £16m debt for St Arthur Homes to deliver affordable homes

07.12.22 “It was a pleasure working closely with the Centrus and CBRE teams to deliver this portfolio refinancing covering a portion of our stabilised Shared Ownership stock. The refinancing allows us to continue our growth story of delivering fantastic affordable new build homes to our customers.”

Costa Ghioules CFO - St Arthur Homes

Dragon School becomes the first UK Prep to raise private finance

19.11.22 “We are all delighted with the outcome which will enable the Dragon to invest in its strategic ambitions with confidence, and know that we couldn’t have got there without Centrus’ stewardship, advice and guidance along the way.”

Martin Johnson Chief Operating Officer – Dragon School

Centrus arranges £70m sustainability-linked private placement for Saxon Weald

08.11.22 “The new funding forms a core part of delivering our sustainability strategy and in continuing our objective of providing affordable homes.  I’m particularly pleased with how well the teams at LGIM Real Assets and Centrus, assisted by Devonshires, structured the new funding to fit our aim to enhance the delivery of sustainable homes for our customers.”

Michael Chinn Executive Director, Resources - Saxon Weald

Centrus arranges £19m loan facility for Cromwood to help house domestic abuse victims.

24.10.22 “This investment will enable us to provide much-needed specialist housing across London and extend our work in this area. It’s a real achievement to partner with a company of Rothschild & Co’s size and reputation to invest in social housing.”

Moses Hirschler Chief Executive - Cromwood

Centrus advises North London Collegiate School on £17m debt private placement

17.10.22 “Many thanks to Centrus for all the help you have given us. We were very impressed by the team’s professionalism – it has been a great pleasure and very enjoyable working with you. Great result overall!”

Ian Callender Chief Operating Officer - NLCS

Centrus advises settle on £75m ESG-linked funding

07.10.22 “Centrus support and advice has been excellent throughout the process. Their expert market knowledge and project management has been instrumental in helping us achieve our funding objectives as well as being a leader in unsecured funding.”

Ebele Akojie Finance Director – settle

Centrus advises Curo on £100m private placement to deliver new affordable homes

21.09.22 “It is always a pleasure working with Curo and it was great to be able to deliver a suitable structure quickly and efficiently. This deferred funding will enable Curo to maintain its properties to a high standard and continue to grow with confidence.”

Lawrence Gill Director - Centrus

Centrus arranges £60m private placement for Irwell Valley

06.08.22 “With the rising cost of living, building more affordable housing and making existing homes more cost effective for our customers are key priorities for us. We are delighted to have secured this funding to help meet the growing needs of the communities we serve across Greater Manchester.”

Helen Nicholson, Executive Director of Finance and Governance – Irwell Valley Homes

Centrus advises Yorkshire Water on £170m new Debt Service Reserve Guarantee

26.04.22 “Centrus has been a long-term financial advisor to Yorkshire Water and identified this innovative facility to us. The successful outcome reflects a collaborative approach, providing a long-term, cost-effective solution to our requirements. We thank all our advisors, including Centrus, for their support and expert advice through a complex process.”

David Gregg Head of Corporate Finance – Yorkshire Water

Centrus advises Yorkshire Water on the refinancing of £95m HoldCo facilities

25.04.22 “I am delighted that we achieved this positive outcome, with efficient pricing and the introduction of a common terms platform. We would like to thank Centrus and Linklaters for their expertise, advice and support on this transaction.”

David Gregg Head of Corporate Finance – Yorkshire Water
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