Premium kitchen brand Harvey Jones has announced new ownership and investment from an institutional investor.

The acquisition of Harvey Jones by a fund managed by RBC BlueBay Asset Management was facilitated by way of a pre-pack administration.

Chris Pole and Ryan Grant from the financial advisory firm Interpath were appointed joint administrators of Harvey Jones Limited on February 23, 2024.

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Immediately following the administrators’ appointment, they concluded a sale of the business and its assets to the fund.

All of the Company’s circa 140 employees have transferred to the purchaser as part of the transaction.

According to the bespoke kitchen manufacturer and retailer, the investment will accelerate the transformation of the Harvey Jones business in 2024 and beyond, with further product and omnichannel development in the kitchen space as well as optimising reach into other areas of the the home.

In addition, it reports brand awareness will be further strengthened with ongoing support and collaboration with its new strategic brand partners across both consumer and trade. 

The investor will work closely with the management team at Harvey Jones to support the development of the brand. 

Harvey Jones CEO Vince Gunn said “We are delighted to be working with our new owners and investors who will provide us with the support and expertise to accelerate our business transformation and realise the profound potential that underpins the much loved Harvey Jones brand.”

Managing director of Interpath Advisory and joint administrator Chris Pole said: “With a proud heritage stretching back over 45 years, Harvey Jones has forged a strong reputation for the quality of its designs and craftsmanship.

“We are pleased to have been able to secure this transaction which will provide the business with a stable financial platform upon which it can move forward. We wish the management team and the new owners all the best for the future.”