WELCOME TO
AUGUSTINE BRIDGE VENTURES
We are a family office dedicated to acquiring and operating successful SMEs in the UK or Ireland in the automotive crash repair sector
OUR FOCUS
We’re looking for great businesses at a fair price. Our goal is to steward your company for the long term, preserving and enhancing the reputation, team, and relationships you’ve worked hard to build.


We’re not here for a quick return. We are committed to operating and growing the business for years to come - with care, continuity, and integrity.
Investment thesis
We are looking for businesses that have:
RECURRING DEMAND
Strong management teams
​CLEAR GROWTH POTENTIAL
DEAL CRITERIA
The business should also meet the following criteria:
REVENUE
£1-20Mn
PROFITABILITY
EBIT margin > 10%
​CUSTOMER BASE
Long-term, loyal customers either contracted or through repeat business
LOW CAPEX
No significant infrastructure upgrades required
DIFFERENTIATION
A clear specialisation – we love unique capabilities
WHY ABV
LONG-TERM FOCUS
We buy to hold - No deadlines or quick exits
FLEXIBLE SUCCESSION
No requirement for the owner to stay on as operator or enter a lengthy earn-out period
LEGACY MATTERS
We protect what’s been built
OPERATIONAL KNOW-HOW
​Practical experience in growth, M&A, and IPO strategy
PERSONAL COMMITMENT
Our MD will help lead the business full-time
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ABOUT MANAGEMENT TEAM
Danny Murty is ABV’s Managing Director
From Leicestershire with Scottish & Irish roots, Danny holds an INSEAD MBA and University of Cambridge MPhil
He began his career in start-ups across Europe, before spending five years in Dubai, where with McKinsey he has specialised in the automotive sector with experience in venture building and business transformations. His work spanned the full deal lifecycle—from concept and growth strategy to M&A and IPO advisory
In his spare time Danny is a keen cricketer (MCC member), weekend hiker, and loyal Leicester Tigers supporter
CONTACT
If this sounds like your business and you're open to a conversation, we'd love to hear from you: