Bridging the Gap Between Technical Excellence and Institutional Capital

Coastline Capital is a private investment office dedicated to the long-term stewardship of businesses within the Facilities Management and M&E sectors. We focus on a critical mission: providing a professional succession solution for founders who have spent decades building a legacy and now require a partner they can trust to lead the next chapter.

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Our Core Strength: Sector-Specific DNA

The market is currently saturated with generic investment groups that lack a technical understanding of the built environment. Coastline Capital was built to be different. Our approach is defined by a "bilingual" capability:

• Operational Proficiency: We understand the complexities of service delivery, from Gas Safe and F-Gas compliance to the nuances of long-term social housing frameworks and BMS integration.

• Financial Sophistication: We act as the conduit between independent firms and institutional finance. We provide the structural expertise and capital required to facilitate large scale transitions without losing the personal touch of a family-run business.

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Leadership with Industry Roots

Coastline Capital is led by James Lucas, an Aerospace Engineer by training with over 23 years of experience in the mechanical services and engineering sectors.

Having spent two decades running Mechanical Services businesses and navigating the complexities of the M&A landscape, James founded Coastline to offer fellow owners a more relatable alternative to national consolidators. This background ensures that every deal we structure is rooted in technical reality and a deep respect for the "boots on the ground" who drive the business.

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Our Investment Philosophy: Stability & Risk Mitigation

Our experience in the sector has shaped a highly disciplined investment model. We prioritise businesses with:

• Recurring Revenue: A strong focus on maintenance packages and long-term service contracts.

• Contractual Diversity: A preference for diversified client bases to ensure long-term stability and resilience against market volatility.

• Operational Continuity: We look to support and empower existing management teams, ensuring that the transition of ownership never disrupts the quality of service.

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The Coastline Commitment

We are not looking for short-term "exits." We are looking to build a premier group of service companies that define the future of the UK’s built environment. Whether we are partnering with a £1m specialist or a £100m market leader, our commitment remains the same: To protect the legacy of the founder and the security of the workforce.