Watson Fuels announces acquisition by Inspirit Capital

Watson Fuels today announce its acquisition by Inspirit Capital. The news marks the next stage for Watson Fuels, having grown from a local, family company established in rural Wiltshire in 1957, to a leading fuel and lubricants distributor supporting homes, farms, and businesses nationwide.

"This marks an exciting new chapter for Watson Fuels." said Matt Whitton, CEO of Watson Fuels. "We have a long history of delivering exceptional service to our customers, and with the support of Inspirit Capital, we are well-positioned to drive future growth and innovation. We look forward to continuing to serve our customers with the same dedication and reliability that has defined Watson Fuels for decades.”

Inspirit Capital is a London-based investment firm that specialises in acquiring businesses that require a different ownership structure to achieve their full potential. They are highly experienced in working with businesses to drive growth on an entrepreneurial standalone basis.

Paul Youens, Investment Director at Inspirit Capital, added, "We are delighted to be supporting Watson Fuels in its next phase of growth as an independent business. We look forward to working closely with the team to leverage the company’s strengths and capitalise on emerging opportunities in the sector.”

With the new backing of Inspirit Capital, Watson Fuels remains dedicated to delivering the personal service and reliable fuel delivery that customers have trusted since 1957.