Rail leasing provider Beacon expands as Eversholt Rail becomes part of group

Eversholt Rail has formally joined Beacon in a move described as a significant step in the company’s expansion and a development that reinforces its role in the rail leasing market across the UK and Europe.

The acquisition brings Eversholt Rail into the Beacon group, creating a larger organisation with increased scale and expertise. The combined business aims to strengthen its offering to both passenger and freight operators by delivering leasing solutions focused on long-term customer needs and innovation.

Beacon said the deal is intended to support the future of rail by helping customers invest in sustainable and reliable transport, while also creating long-term value across European markets. The company added that the integration reflects a shared ambition to support the continued growth of the rail industry.

With the transaction complete, Beacon said it is now looking ahead to the next phase, with both teams working together to shape future opportunities and drive progress across the sector.

Adam Cunliffe, CEO of Beacon, commented:

“This acquisition represents a powerful step forward for our business and for the customers we serve. By bringing Eversholt Rail into Beacon, we are creating a stronger, more capable organisation equipped to support the long-term growth of sustainable rail transport across Europe. I’m enormously proud of what both teams have achieved to reach this point and excited about what we will deliver together.”

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