Barrier Group

“The support from Lloyds and FW Capital is giving us the confidence to take on new projects, invest in our people and expand the business at pace. With this backing, we’re well placed to deliver on a growing pipeline of opportunities and strengthen our position in the market for the long term.” 

David Alderson, Financial Director, Barrier Group 

Barrier Group were able to drive forward its ambitious expansion plans after securing significant backing from FW Capital and Lloyds to support the continued growth of its operations. 

Headquartered in Wallsend, North Tyneside, Barrier Group are a leading provider in industrial services, modular construction and passive fire protection, delivering turnkey design, build and protective solutions. The business has gone from strength to strength, building a strong reputation across offshore and onshore power generation projects, marine, petrochemical and oil and gas. 

FW Capital’s investment was delivered through the £35m North East Elevate Fund alongside NPIF II – FW Capital Debt Finance, which is managed by FW Capital as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II), The combined funding supported the firm’s rapid growth and diversification into the renewable energy sector. 

The investment enabled Barrier Group to capitalise on a series of major new contract wins in the renewables sector, including offshore wind projects, while also supporting the expansion of its workforce.