LDC

LDC, established in 1981, is the private equity arm of Lloyds Banking Group, specializing in providing growth capital to mid-market companies across the United Kingdom. With over four decades of experience, LDC has invested in more than 675 businesses, helping them achieve their growth objectives while maintaining management control. The firm operates through a network of 10 offices nationwide, combining local relationships with national scale to build trusted partnerships from day one.

LDC's investment strategy focuses on supporting management teams in various sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, construction & property, industrials, retail & consumer, travel & leisure, and support services. The firm offers flexible growth capital as either minority or majority shareholders, enabling businesses to pursue a range of growth strategies such as acquisitions, operational investments, product and service diversification, or international expansion. LDC's approach is relationship-based, providing strategic support and challenge when necessary to help management teams grow their businesses their way.

Over the years, LDC has demonstrated a strong track record, with portfolio companies growing 3.3 times more than the national average in the last decade. The businesses exited during this period have increased in enterprise value by £10.3 billion. In 2024, despite challenging market conditions, LDC invested £450 million across 17 businesses, including new investments in Hull-based built environment software provider Pagabo and Dublin-based healthcare equipment provider Medray. This activity underscores LDC's commitment to supporting UK businesses and its ability to invest throughout the economic cycle.