
Maven backs John McGavigan
Private equity house Maven Capital Partners has invested an undisclosed amount in Glasgow-based automotive parts manufacturer John McGavigan.
The injected capital is thought to be worth several million pounds and will be used for expansion into the Chinese market and to build production at the Bishopbriggs headquarters. According to rumours, Maven will take a 30% to 40% stake in the company. David Taylor and Stephen Mathers who rescued the company from administration in 2009 are thought to hold around 50% following the deal. Also, two further members of the management team will take a small stake.
McGavigan is a producer of front panels for car stereo systems and backgrounds for speedometers and has 133 members of staff. The company is headquartered in Bishopbrigg and had a turnover of £9m in 2010.
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