01329 836 390

hello@frankly-consultants.com

Gravatom

Strategy, Growth & Exit

We aligned Gravatom’s strategy, brand and marketing - driving rapid growth, clarity, and a successful 12× earnings acquisition by Onet.

About the Client

Gravatom was a specialist engineering and manufacturing company based in Hampshire and Cumbria, providing containment and decommissioning solutions for the nuclear and defence sectors.

Known for its technical innovation and reliability, Gravatom grew rapidly from a small SME into a key industry supplier with international reach.

Their Situation / Challenge

As Gravatom expanded, its board needed clarity on how to manage fast growth while preparing for long-term succession and potential acquisition.

The business required a unified strategy connecting operations, marketing and brand to its commercial goals – and a clear, credible story to attract investors and buyers.

Key challenges:

Aligning business and marketing strategies during rapid growth

Repositioning the brand for acquisition

Supporting leadership through transformation and change management

What We Did

Frankly partnered closely with Gravatom’s board to build a joined-up strategy for growth and exit.

Our work included:

Strategic review and alignment of business and marketing plans

Market positioning and competitor analysis for investor appeal

Brand refresh and communication framework to support the transition

Ongoing strategic counsel for leadership through the sale process

The Result

The outcome spoke for itself: Gravatom was acquired by the French multinational Onet Technologies in a deal worth 12× earnings.

The business exited with strong leadership alignment, clear brand positioning, and a well-structured growth story that made it highly attractive to buyers.

Outcomes:

  • Successful sale to an international buyer
  • Clear, credible positioning for acquisition
  • Cohesive strategy linking growth, brand and leadership vision

We can help you, just like we did

Gravatom

Scaling fast? Thinking about exit? We’ll help you align your strategy, marketing and brand for real-world growth.







    How we’ve helped others.

    Anyone can talk a good game. We’d rather show you what we’ve actually done.

    All Case Studies

    Our core services

    Fractional Leadership

    Fractional Leadership

    Pivotal Projects

    Ongoing Support