Business sale brokers, selling and buying businesses for engineering and professional B2B service sectors

Typical deal values are
£500k to £10m

We sell over 80% of our business sale
assignments within 12 months

We’re UK based with
international reach

Business Sale

Our business sale and acquisition consultants are highly experienced
in selling established SME businesses and negotiating the optimum
value.

The key principles which will enable the successful sale of your business are:

Preparation – Choice of suitable buyers – Optimum deal value

Pro-active Transaction Management – Confidentiality

Hornblower’s Business Sales Service is based firmly on these principles and will guide you through the complete process of selling your business from initial valuation through to a successful sale.

Business Sale Service

Businesses For Sale

Digital Transformation Consultancy

Turnover: £2.7m

Location: North West UK

Managed Services Provider

Turnover: £1.1m

Location: Midlands UK

IT Services Company

Turnover: £1.0m

Location: South West UK

Recent Deals

Sale of Precision Aerospace Component Manufacturer

Turnover: £1.0m

Duration: 10 Months

Sale of Injection Moulding Specialist

Turnover: £2.0m

Duration: 6 Months

Sale of Gas and Oil Tube Fittings Supplier

Turnover: £1.2m

Duration: 11 Months

Looking to Buy a Business?

Find out how our business acquisitions service helps you find the right business.

Latest Business Sales News and Events

Tue 20th January 2026

10 Top Tips for Buyers of Highly Desirable Businesses

When a strong business comes to market, competition is inevitable. High‑quality opportunities attract multiple buyers, move quickly, and require a level of preparation and professionalism that sets serious acquirers apart. Whether you’re a trade buyer, investor, or part of a buy‑and‑build strategy, your approach can significantly influence your chances of success. These ten tips will...

Tue 7th October 2025

Picking the Best Time to Sell Your SME Business

Selling your SME is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make as a business owner. It’s not just about timing the market—it’s often about timing of key stages in your life. Whether you’re ready to retire, reduce stress, or simply move on to your next chapter, knowing when to sell is as much a...

Thu 3rd April 2025

Hornblower at Accountex 2025 – London

We’re thrilled to announce our participation in Accountex 2025 at the Excel Centre in London!  Join Denise Prentice, Derick Humphrey, and myself, Henry Campbell-Jones, at Stand 1344 on Wednesday, May 14th, and Thursday, May 15th. Over the years, we’ve built strong partnerships with accountancy firms, helping them support their clients with business valuations and sales....

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