Foot Anstey advises Quilam Capital on £70m Newable Commerce deal

Established in 2017, Quilam Capital is a well-known investor specialising in the speciality and alternative finance sector. Quilam supports its portfolio companies in accelerating business growth through the provision of flexible growth capital solutions and strategical management support to maximise value and realise ambition.

Quilam Capital's investment in Newable Commerce is part of a £70m funding package alongside Shawbrook Bank and Hampshire Trust Bank. This funding will aid Newable Commerce in expanding and deploying its suite of export finance focused SME lending products to support UK SMEs with their export ambitions.

Newable Commerce, headquartered in London, is a specialist SME lender focusing on export finance, offering a range of financial products and lending facilities; giving clients the means to improve cashflow and expand business operations.

The Foot Anstey team included Matthew Stoate (Head of Corporate and Private Equity), Dominic Cromwell (Principal Director), and Benjamin Smith (Associate).

Alex Scott, Director at Quilam Capital, said: “Foot Anstey’s expertise and strategic insight were critical in bringing this deal to completion. Their deep understanding of our business and structures means the firm are a key partner for the Quilam business, as we continue to invest in and support the specialist non-bank lending market. We look forward to continuing our work together as we continue to expand our portfolio."

Dominic Cromwell, Principal Director at Foot Anstey, said: "This partnership represents an exciting opportunity to support Quilam Capital in advancing the UK’s alternative finance landscape. Our role in facilitating this deal reflects Foot Anstey’s dedication to structuring high-impact investments that fuel business growth and innovation across critical sectors."

Benjamin Smith, Associate at Foot Anstey, said: "Quilam's investment in Newable Commerce represents a strategic opportunity to align with a leading player in the alternative finance space, expanding access to capital for SMEs in the export finance sector. This deal represents another great milestone in Quilam's exciting growth journey".

Other advisors included:

Osborne Clarke for Newable Commerce

Macfarlanes LLP for Quilam Capital