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How we boosted our B Corp score
Total score 2022: 111.3 – 2025: 119.7 / 200 We are proud to be a B Corp. Since 2022, we have been part of a community of businesses creating an inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy. In 2025 we successfully recertified as a B Corp, re-stating our commitment to meeting high social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency standards. We are a B Corp because acting sustainably safeguards risk, resilience and reputation. Climate risk,…
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bk plus strengthens presence with addition of Crowther Chartered Accountants
bk plus has strengthened its Yorkshire footprint with the addition of Crowther Chartered Accountants, a well-established firm based in Huddersfield. Founded in 1995 and led by Managing Director Steve Crowther, the practice has built a strong reputation advising owner-managed businesses across West Yorkshire. The firm delivers accounts, tax planning, management reporting, payroll and strategic business…
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Palatine Pledges £30,000 to Support IntoUniversity Centres in Salford and Harpurhey
We have pledged £30,000 to support the IntoUniversity Salford and Harpurhey centres, reinforcing our commitment to widening access to education and creating opportunities for young people across Greater Manchester. The three-year pledge from 2026 to 2028, will contribute to the ongoing running costs of both centres. The Salford and Harpurhey centres are part of IntoUniversity’s…
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B2W Group unveils new identity as Leep Group to support expansion
Training and employability specialist, formerly known as B2W Group, has rebranded as Leep Group to reflect its evolution into a diversified skills and workforce development organisation. The rebrand marks a significant milestone for the group, as it expands beyond its heritage in employability provision to deliver Apprenticeships, Skills Bootcamps and the expansion of its specialist…
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Case Study: Suntera Global
Transitioning into a global player Today, Suntera Global is a leading international provider of fund administration and corporate and trust services. Backing a visionary leadership team with an entrepreneurial culture and strong fundamentals Suntera Global (formerly SMP Group) was formed in 1980 and relocated to the Isle of Man in 1997. At the time of…
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Papilo accelerates growth with key acquisition of Allwood Recycling Solutions
Papilo, the leading total waste management solutions provider backed by our Impact Fund today announces the strategic acquisition of Warwick-based Allwood Recycling Solutions. The acquisition creates a combined group with over 200 employees and annual revenues of more than £60 million with a shared ambition to provide best-in-class customer service while supporting the circular economy.…
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From learning to leading – Papilo’s Carbon Literacy journey
Carbon Literacy has been a core part of Palatine’s approach to building long term resilience across its portfolio since 2021. Established by the Manchester-headquartered Carbon Literacy Project, Carbon Literacy training provides organisations with an understanding of the climate impacts of their activities, and the knowledge and motivation to take meaningful action to reduce greenhouse gas…
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Palatine’s exit from Suntera Global receives regulatory approval
We are pleased to announce the completion of our exit from Suntera Global, with all necessary regulatory approvals now achieved. After a period of strong growth, supported by a number of significant strategic acquisitions during our investment, Valeas Capital Partners was announced in May 2025 as Suntera’s new equity partner. The successful exit generated a 2.6x return for our…
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Palatine Invests in the Future with Four New Promotions
We have made several promotions including the appointment of two new partners as we continue to grow and invest in our people. James Painter and Tom Wildig, who both joined the Buyout team in Manchester 2016 have been promoted to Partners, while in the Impact team Greg Holmes has been promoted to Senior Investment Director…
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