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Selling a waste and industrial business

The waste and industrial sector has great potential for ambitious businesses who understand the latest industry data

Businesses in the waste and industrial sector have a lot of opportunities to grow and expand. This means there is significant demand from both buyers and investors. The key to success is understanding where your business can improve.

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  • Public trading and operating data
  • Notable transactions
  • Detailed analysis from our team of experts

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total enterprise value transacted
$
1.9
bn+
Total enterprise value transacted
Enterprise value in FY22
$
400
m+
Enterprise value in FY25
successful deals completed
63
Successful deals completed
Private equity bolt-on deals
25
Private equity bolt-on deals
Valued team members
22
Team members
Completed transactions per year
15
+
Completed transactions per year

Waste and industrial sector insights

Lucas Couper and Sean O'Neill, our directors, have an investment in the waste management sector which provides solutions and services to councils and civil infrastructure projects in NSW and Victoria. Our team has assisted in the acquisition of new vehicles, expanding the corporate team, and implementation of corporate reporting. Both Lucas and Sean are active board members.

Industrial and waste management businesses have seen strong valuations and high levels of acquisition activity. This sector is being driven by the economic growth which is linked to the strong levels of infrastructure spending and the residential housing boom.

Key valuation metrics

  • EPA compliance history
  • Value and upkeep of assets
  • Spread of customers and contracts

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Case studies

Business sales we're proud to have completed.

What our clients say

Working with Nash was an absolute pleasure. They were at all times completely responsible and accountable to everything that we needed. Their strong financial acumen was incredibly important throughout the whole process. It was really important that they were able to truly articulate the value of the business in its current state and also look and really delve into the potential future alternate uses for the business…We were really happy with the interest that Nash generated. So we had multiple seriously interested parties, which created that competitive tension that you really need in a deal and was able to achieve the outcome that we wanted and that we expected.

Fiona Selby
Managing Director of Boneo Park
Map of global buyers

Global Capabilities

Unlock a world of possibilities with Nash Advisory's global capabilities. Through our partnership with REACH, we provide unparalleled access to industry experts and local market connoisseurs across 30 countries.

Whether you're selling your business, merging, or seeking investment, our team of seasoned professionals crafts bespoke strategies tailored to your unique needs. Trust us to navigate the complexities of the global market, ensuring you achieve exceptional outcomes that reflect the true value of your hard work and dedication.

Global capabilities

Hands-on advice

Real business experience
Real business experience

Our directors have real world experience owning and running businesses in the industrial and waste management sector. We understand what makes businesses valuable.

Work with our directors
Work with our directors

All our clients work closely with our directors. You will be in regular communications with our directors and the team handling your business.

Diligent and thorough
Diligent and thorough

We have a specialised approach to waste and industrial business sales. We work systematically to ensure you are properly positioned for the best possible sale.

Network of buyers
Network of buyers

We have a global network of contacts which we access to find the right buyer for your waste or industrial business. Our contacts include ASX listed companies and international buyers.

Effective and efficient corporate advisory services

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The Nash Advisory team have close to a century of collective experience, and we’re confident our business acumen is second to none. We’ve used that experience to hone a diverse array of corporate financial advisory services that businesses across Australia have benefited from. Many continue to do so, having forged trusted, ongoing partnerships with us.

Once you’ve partnered with Nash, your dedicated advisor will be your point of contact. They’ll leverage the specialist skills of the rest of our team to provide clear, direct advice on how you can meet your goals.

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Completed transactions

We've guided owners to successful exits across diverse industries - from manufacturing to tourism to technology. Each deal reflects our commitment to client success.

Completed deal:

Geosyntec Consultants

Date:
March 2026
Sub sector:
Environmental Consulting

Geosyntec Consultants is a leading specialist engineering and consulting firm headquartered in the United States, providing environmental, geotechnical, and infrastructure advisory services to clients across government, industrial, and commercial sectors. Backed by Blackstone, one of the world's largest alternative asset managers, Geosyntec has pursued an active growth strategy through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.

JBS&G is a prominent Australian environmental and geotechnical consulting firm, delivering contaminated land, hydrogeology, and environmental risk management services across resources, infrastructure, and government sectors. JBS&G has established itself as a highly regarded independent consultancy within the Australian environmental services landscape.

Geosyntec engaged Nash Advisory to act as buy-side M&A adviser in connection with its acquisition of JBS&G, supporting Geosyntec's strategy to expand its operations and capabilities into the Australian market. Nash Advisory managed the end-to-end transaction process through to successful completion.

The transaction was led by Thomas Butler, with support from Hayden Bateman and Jock Mitchell.

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Completed deal:

PGL Beyond

Date:
November 2025
Transaction type:
Selling a business
Industry:
Education
Sub sector:
Outdoor adventure and education camps

PGL Beyond, owned by Ares Management, is the United Kingdom’s largest provider of outdoor education. The company operates leading school camps and activity programs across the United Kingdom and France.

In Australia, PGL owned and operated three large-scale camp facilities, welcoming more than 40,000 guests annually. These camps cater to a diverse range of groups, including schools, religious organisations, and sporting associations, with the capacity to accommodate over 1,000 guests at any given time.

The shareholders of PGL Beyond engaged Nash Advisory to manage the divestment of its Australian operations, following a strategic decision by PGL Beyond to focus on its European operations and brand portfolio. The sale encompassed three well-established sites in prime regional locations, offering significant growth potential within the outdoor education and experiential learning sector.

PGL Beyond’s Australian facilities and operations were ultimately acquired by The Great Aussie Bush Camp, a portfolio company owned by MA Financial and FinCap.

The transaction was led by Thomas Butler and Kieran Ellis, with support from Jock Mitchell.

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Completed deal:

Pinnacle Travel Group

Date:
July 2025
Sub sector:
Luxury Cruising

Pinnacle Travel Group, a vertically integrated operator with over 40 years of tourism experience, delivers premium travel experiences across Western Australia. Its portfolio includes leading ferry services to Rottnest Island, award-winning coach tours, and seasonal adventure products.

Pinnacle Travel Group engaged Nash Advisory to assist with the strategic acquisition of Great Escape Charter Company, a luxury small-ship cruise operator in the Kimberley region. This acquisition complements Pinnacle’s existing ownership of Kimberley Quest, bringing together two of the region’s most respected expedition cruising brands.

Founded in 1999, Great Escape has built a strong reputation for exceptional service and bespoke small-group experiences. While continuing to operate independently, Great Escape will now benefit from Pinnacle’s shared services platform across marketing, sales, finance, HR and ICT, further strengthening Pinnacle’s operational base in Broome.

The transaction was led by Kieran Ellis of Nash Advisory.

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Our process for waste and industrial business sales

Education

4 - 6 weeks

In order for us to learn about your business, we need to educate you about the process.

  • Understand how you are positoned in the market
  • Improve your understanding of trade businesses, private equity, and private owners
  • Prepare a thorough business valuation report
  • Identify areas for improvement and present a scorecard
Preparation

Preparation

4 - 12 weeks

To get the best price, we need to prepare. We will get you into the best possible saleable position by:

  • Identifying strengths and weaknesses in management
  • Work through and action ideas from valuation report
  • Cover off 50 areas of financial and customer data
  • Develop a secure data room togive potential buyers full transparency
Research

Research

4 weeks

We stay up to date on the landscape of the waste and industrial sector. We look into current sales and acqusitions data to help you stay on top.

  • Seek early view value from prospective buyers and make adjustments to strategy
  • Develop astrong national and international buyer pool from extensive research
Marketing

Marketing

6 weeks

Once your industrial and waste business is ready for sale, we will access our buyer pool.

  • Marketing documents sent to buyer pool
  • Q&A calls between buyers and management
  • Site tours between owners and management
Negotiation

Negotiation

4 weeks

We get the best outcomes for sales in waste and industrial by protecting the interest of our clients:

  • Term Sheet and conditions is received from the buyer
  • We ratify the Term Sheet and then sign with you
Diligence

Diligence

6 - 10 weeks

We manage all stakeholder expectations during the due diligence process.

  • RFI sent by interested parties
  • Engagement with lawyers and contracts
  • Additional site visits and Q&As
Finalise

Finalise

2 weeks

The final step in the process is to ensure that you get the best possible result

  • Key documents are signed
  • Cash flows following sale

Recently completed deals

Saunders Civilbuild Precast
Date:
April 2024
Industry:
Waste and industrial
Sub sector:
Manufacturing

Saunders Civilbuild is a leader in the manufacture of precast and prestressed concrete products in the New South Wales market.

Nash assisted Evolution Precast Systems to acquire ASX listed Saunders Civilbuilds precast concrete operations. The process began in March 2024, and diligence and legals were completed in under 4 weeks due to Nash’s ability to quickly size up the opportunity, review documents, and negotiate terms. Nash were able to manage both buyer and sellers to successfully transact a complex industrials business.

The transaction was led by Sean O’Neill.

Waeger Constructions
Date:
December 2023
Industry:
Waste and industrial
Sub sector:
Manufacturing

Waeger Constructions is a leader in the manufacture of precast and prestressed concrete products in the New South Wales market.

Nash assisted Evolution Precast Systems to acquire Waeger Constructions. The process began in April 2022 with informal meetings and getting to know one another. The two businesses shared information over time and signed a term sheet in early 2023. A range of diligence streams were managed during 2023 with an integration and capital development plan agreed in late 2023. Nash were able to manage both buyer and sellers to successfully transact a complex industrials business.

The transaction was led by Sean O’Neill.

HydroTech
Date:
May 2022
Transaction type:
Business advisory
Industry:
Waste and industrial
Sub sector:
Storm water maintenance

Nash Advisory assisted Total Drain Group to acquire HydroTech NZ, providing the Group with expansion into the New Zealand water maintenance market.

Nash Advisory conducted deep diligence on the target and negotiated a mutually beneficial outcome with the vendors. Led by Sean O’Neill, the acquisition was successfully completed in May2022.

Our process for waste and industrial business sales

Education

4 - 6 weeks

In order for us to learn about your business, we need to educate you about the process.

  • Understand how you are positoned in the market
  • Improve your understanding of trade businesses, private equity, and private owners
  • Prepare a thorough business valuation report
  • Identify areas for improvement and present a scorecard
Preparation

Preparation

4 - 12 weeks

To get the best price, we need to prepare. We will get you into the best possible saleable position by:

  • Identifying strengths and weaknesses in management
  • Work through and action ideas from valuation report
  • Cover off 50 areas of financial and customer data
  • Develop a secure data room togive potential buyers full transparency
Research

Research

4 weeks

We stay up to date on the landscape of the waste and industrial sector. We look into current sales and acqusitions data to help you stay on top.

  • Seek early view value from prospective buyers and make adjustments to strategy
  • Develop astrong national and international buyer pool from extensive research

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