The funding has been provided through the North West Business Growth Loan Fund and will support Powerhub’s continued growth trajectory, with capital directed towards recruitment, working capital, marketing, and the development of proprietary technology.

A further £250,000 has been approved to be made available in the near future for Powerhub, underscoring River Capital’s confidence in the business’s growth potential.

Mike Dinnell of Leonard Curtis worked closely with Tim Marlow of Contrado Capital to structure the finance and source the most appropriate long term lending partner for the business  ,

The investment underpins Powerhub’s ambition to become the UK’s leading vertically integrated energy reduction platform.

Founded in 2021 by Managing Director James Beck, Powerhub offers a four-pillar energy reduction service encompassing Voltage Optimisation, KBR Energy Saving, IoT Energy Management Systems, and Solar PV.

Unlike single-technology competitors, Powerhub designs, installs, commissions and verifies all solutions in-house, providing clients with a single accountable partner and transparent, data-driven evidence of the savings delivered.

Since its Iaunch, the business has delivered exceptional growth, increasing revenue by 160% year-on-year and forecast to almost double its revenue in FY2026.

Currently, the company employs 29 staff and serves a blue-chip client base that includes Burger King, NatWest, Moto Group, Costa, and Pets at Home, with a strong pipeline of potential customers. 

The new investment is expected to create a further 25 new jobs with roles spanning sales, marketing, and operations, plus up to 50 indirect positions through Powerhub’s contractor network.

On the investment, James Beck, Managing Director, Powerhub Solutions said:

“We’ve built something genuinely different in the energy reduction space, a full-stack, in-house model that gives clients one partner, one clear outcome, and real verified savings. The funding from River Capital gives us the headroom to scale our team, accelerate our pipeline, and deepen our technology offering without compromising on the quality our clients expect. This is a pivotal moment for Powerhub and we’re delighted to have River Capital as a partner on that journey.”

Chris Carter, Investment Manager, River Capital, said: “Powerhub is a high-growth, market-leading company with a credible and impressive management team, a proven model, and a clear path forward. James and the team have built something genuinely outstanding in a short space of time, and the governance and commercial discipline they’ve added gives us real confidence in the journey ahead.

“The fact that we’ve approved a further £250,000 in principle reflects that confidence and our commitment to backing Powerhub for the long term.

“We’re also grateful to Mike Dinnell and the team at Leonard Curtis, and the Powerhub management team, for their support in getting this deal over the line smoothly.”

Mike Dinnell, Structured Debt Manager at Leonard Curtis, said: “We’re pleased to have been able to support this transaction, allowing Powerhub to secure the funding needed for its next phase of growth.

“The business clearly stands out for its ability to deliver measurable energy savings to businesses of all sizes. The value add is tangible from day one, by utilising its in-house stack of products. The demand for Powerhub’s products and services is becoming increasingly important for businesses of all sizes at a time where cost control   and meeting sustainability targets are a priority. The collaboration between all parties ensured a smooth and efficient process, and we look forward to seeing Powerhub continue to build on its momentum.”

The investment comes at a time of growing demand for energy efficiency solutions across the UK commercial sector. With annual commercial and industrial electricity spend exceeding £30 billion, and businesses facing tightening net-zero obligations and ESG reporting requirements, energy reduction has become a board-level priority. Powerhub is well-positioned to meet and support this demand.

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