Scobie McIntosh Group

What Scobie McIntosh Group does

Scobie McIntosh Group is a UK-based, family-owned commercial foodservice equipment distributor and service provider founded in 1885 and headquartered in Crawley, West Sussex. The company supplies, installs, maintains, and refurbishes equipment across three core categories: commercial coffee machines (Ascaso, Casadio, Cimbali, Coffetek), vending machines (Crane, Evoca/NECTA, Invenda, plus specialty units from Shekel and LBX), and bakery ovens and equipment (Revent, Rational, Unox, Wiesheu). It holds sole UK and Northern Ireland distribution rights for Revent rack ovens and operates a nationwide network of GPS-tracked field engineers supporting over 50,000 machines under management with 364-day reactive, proactive, and scheduled service coverage, plus in-house PSSR statutory testing by IOSH-trained staff.

The business operates a hybrid revenue model combining transactional hardware sales and leasing with recurring maintenance contracts (pay-as-you-go through full parts-and-labour packages), equipment refurbishment services, PSSR compliance testing, and spare parts supply. Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales with national account managers (e.g., Pat Gibney for JD Gyms) targeting supermarkets, hospitals, hotels, theme parks, universities, fitness chains, restaurants, and independent bakeries. Marquee customers include JD Gyms (460+ vending machines across 230+ locations, deployed from 2021), Aramark/Merlin Entertainment (soft-serve and vending across Alton Towers, Legoland Windsor, Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures), and the supermarket and hospitality sectors more broadly.

Operationally, the company has added a Manchester Northern Hub alongside its Crawley headquarters and Training Academy, and has expanded its smart-vending portfolio through partnerships with Shekel AI, Invenda, LBX Le Bread Express, and Integra, layering IoT telemetry, cashless payments, and cloud management onto its traditional distribution model. The company is privately held by the founding family, led by CEO Andrew Alderson, with no disclosed external institutional investors or public listing.

Name

Scobie McIntosh Group

Legal name

Scobie Group Limited

Website

https://scobie.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1885

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Scobie McIntosh Group is a UK-based, family-owned commercial foodservice equipment distributor and service provider supplying, installing, and maintaining coffee, vending, and bakery equipment across the UK for supermarkets, hospitality operators, hospitals, theme parks, fitness chains, and independent bakeries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Foodservice Equipment

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (33331), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (3333)

SIC

Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Cooking Equipment & Parts Wholesale (AFAIALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Restaurant & Commercial Kitchen Equipment Wholesale (AFAIALAB), Food Preparation Equipment & Smallwares Wholesale (AFAIALAK)

Keywords

• Commercial coffee equipment
• Vending machine supply
• Bakery equipment distribution
• Foodservice equipment service
• Commercial kitchen maintenance

Headquarters

HQ city

Crawley

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales & Leasing: Sale and leasing of commercial coffee machines, vending machines, and bakery equipment from leading manufacturers including Ascaso, Casadio, Cimbali, Crane, Evoca, Revent, Rational, and Unox.
2. Maintenance & Service Contracts: Annual service plans covering full servicing, inspection, maintenance, and emergency repair for commercial coffee, vending, and bakery equipment. Flexible packages from pay-as-you-go to full parts and labour cover.
3. Equipment Refurbishment: Refurbishment and refresh services for vending and bakery equipment, renewing machines to perform like new at a fraction of the cost of new equipment.
4. PSSR Testing & Compliance: Pressure System Safety Regulations testing and certification for commercial coffee machines, including Written Scheme of Examination and annual boiler inspections.
5. Spare Parts Supply: Comprehensive spare parts availability with extensive stock of backup spares for quick reaction in service cases, minimizing equipment downtime.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Scobie McIntosh Group supplies, installs, and services commercial foodservice equipment across three core categories: commercial coffee machines, vending machines, and bakery ovens and equipment. The company acts as a UK distributor for leading international brands (Ascaso, Casadio, Cimbali, Crane, Evoca, Revent, Rational, Unox, Wiesheu) and provides nationwide breakdown cover, preventative maintenance, PSSR compliance testing, equipment refurbishment, and spare parts supply for over 50,000 machines under management.

Product overview

Scobie McIntosh Group is a commercial food service equipment supplier and service provider offering an integrated portfolio across three core categories: commercial coffee machines (espresso, bean-to-cup, tabletop, and freestanding systems from brands including Ascaso, Casadio, Cimbali, and Coffetek), vending solutions (snack/food, cold drinks, hot drinks machines from Crane, Evoca/NECTA, Invenda, and specialty units like Shekel HUBZ Smart Fridge, LBX Le Bread Express, and Integra French Fry machines), and bakery equipment (Revent rack ovens, Wiesheu deck ovens, Rational iCombi Pro/Classic combi ovens, Unox Cheftop, mixers, cream machines, racks/trays). The company provides comprehensive service offerings including nationwide maintenance, PSSR testing, preventative maintenance programs, equipment refurbishment, and installation services. Key brand partnerships include Crane Merchandising Systems (over decade-long relationship), Evoca Group (originating from Wittenborg), and Ascaso for barista machines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Coffee Machines Full range of commercial coffee machines including espresso, bean-to-cup, tabletop, freestanding, bulk brewer, POD machines, and grinders for offices, hospitality, and food service environments.
• Ascaso Coffee Machines Premium traditional espresso machines featuring precision engineering, advanced technology, and artisanal craftsmanship for professional baristas.
• Casadio Coffee Machines Precision-engineered espresso machines combining innovative technology with elegant design for superior coffee extraction in professional settings.
• Cimbali Coffee Machines Diverse selection including traditional and fully automatic models with fresh milk capabilities for coffee shops and upscale dining environments.
• Coffetek Coffee Machines Bean-to-cup and instant coffee machines with cutting-edge brewing technology for high-traffic public spaces and office environments.
• Snack and Food Vending Machines Smart snack and food vending machines featuring IoT-enabled connectivity, intuitive POS touchscreens, and 24/7 unmanned operation capabilities for unattended retail.
• Crane Vending Machines Combo snack, cold drinks, and coffee vending machines with touchscreen interfaces, modular refrigeration, and customizable user interfaces for high-demand locations.
• Evoca / NECTA Vending Machines High-capacity snack, cold drink, and hot drink vending machines with market-leading energy efficiency, customizable layouts, and advanced connectivity options.
• Invenda Smart Vending Smart vending machine featuring 49-inch LED touchscreen, AI-managed advertising for sales uplift, dual revenue streams from product sales and DOOH display, with advanced IoT cloud integration.
• Shekel HUBZ Smart Fridge Smart cooler for unattended retail using weight-based sensing technology for accurate product tracking, real-time inventory management, and theft prevention with IoT connectivity.
• LBX Le Bread Express Hot food vending kiosk for freshly baked pastries, pizzas, and pastas available 24/7 with 55-inch touchscreen, contactless payments, and cloud-integrated inventory management.
• Integra Saratoga French Fry Vending Machine French fry vending machine delivering perfectly cooked fries from frozen in 35 seconds with A++ energy efficiency and online connectivity via IVend Portal.
• Revent Rack Ovens Premium rotating rack ovens including Revent 726 (single rack), 724 (double rack), 703 (four rack), and plug-and-play provers featuring patented steam system, pioneering air distribution, and up to 40% energy savings.
• Revent 726 Single Rack Oven Single rack rotating oven with mechanical rack lift, computer or digital controls, available in gas/oil (149,000 BTU/H) or electric (39kW) versions.
• Revent 703 Multi Rack Oven Four-rack oven with TCC for even baking and HVS system for excellent texture, supporting diversified bakery assortment with multi-alarm system for simultaneous baking.
• Revent Plug and Play Provers Prover with PID system, automatic computer-controlled 200-step fan speed, FSP (Flexible Slow Proofing) system, programmable touch screen, and external steam tank.
• Wiesheu E3 Deck Oven Deck oven with coordinated fan and steam technology for consistent baking quality, energy-saving LED lighting, automatic load detection, and optimized thermal insulation.
• Rational iCombi Pro Oven Intelligent combi-oven with intuitive touch-screen controls, integrated WiFi, ENERGY STAR certification, and connection to ConnectedCooking cloud platform for professional hot food preparation.
• Rational iCombi Classic Oven Multitalented cooking system combining steam, convection, and combination modes with ClimaPlus technology, up to 100 programmable cooking programs, and automatic cleaning.
• Unox Cheftop Oven Advanced combi oven featuring ADAPTIVE.Cooking, CLIMALUX, AUTO.Soft, SENSE.Klean, DRY.Maxi, STEAM.Maxi, AIR.Maxi, and PRESSURE.Steam intelligent cooking functions with AI-driven insights.
• Commercial Mixers Diverse selection of commercial bakery mixers including small batch mixers for artisanal production and industrial mixers for high-volume operations, with automated continuous mixing systems available.
• Sanomat Euro-Cream Commercial Cream Machine Commercial cream machine with robust control panel, auto-portioning for small/medium/large portions, automatic cleaning feature, and optional garnishing pistol or foot switch connectivity.
• Bakery Racks and Trays Extensive selection of bakery racks and trays in various sizes and materials designed for professional bakery ovens, including durable high-temperature baking trays and versatile racks for optimal airflow.
• Blue Ice T36 Soft Serve Machine High-capacity tabletop soft-serve ice cream machine delivering 420 servings per hour with patented high efficiency heat exchanger, fast freeze down, and low energy consumption.
• PSSR Testing Service Pressure System Safety Regulations testing for commercial coffee machines by IOSH-trained engineers, providing Written Scheme of Examination, carrying out examinations, and issuing statutory reports.
• Preventative Maintenance Services Tailored maintenance plans including water filter changes, descaling, deep cleaning, annual servicing, and inspections for optimal equipment efficiency and longevity.
• Equipment Installation Services Complete installation services including power and water connections, commissioning, function testing, recipe setup, staff training, and inventory strategy recommendations.
• Nationwide Maintenance Service Nationwide breakdown cover, annual service plans, installations, preventative maintenance, PSSR testing, and special projects delivered by GPS-tracked engineers with first-time fix commitment.
• Bakery Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Customized maintenance contracts with comprehensive health checks, consumable component replacement, energy efficiency optimization, extended equipment lifespan, and staff training.
• Equipment Refurbishment Service Full equipment refurbishment in equipped workshop including stripping, cleaning, lubricating, replacing worn parts, and testing for renewed performance at fraction of new equipment cost.
• Vending Machine Refurbishment Refresh and renew current vending machines with warehouse full of parts to renew most brands at fraction of new cost, covered by nationwide maintenance service with first-time fix commitment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Equipment lifespan doubled with proper maintenance
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core, strategic and technology.

• JD GymsflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2021Partnership established in late 2021 supplying over 460 vending machines to JD Gyms' 230+ locations. Machines customised with Nayax cashless readers and planograms featuring Applied Nutrition products. Scobie's Pat Gibney manages national account.
• Evoca GroupflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLongstanding partnership spanning over 100 years, originating from Scobie's role as the UK subsidiary of Wittenborg, an Evoca company. Scobie procures significant volume of Evoca products (Necta brand) annually, enabling competitive positioning.
• Crane Merchandising SystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrong partnership maintained for over a decade. Scobie procures significant volume of Crane products annually, with wide array of Crane machines across customer base. Engineers are well-trained and experienced with Crane equipment.
• CoffetekcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeep-rooted partnership leveraging Coffetek's cutting-edge technology and comprehensive product range including bean-to-cup machines, instant coffee machines, and hot drinks solutions. Scobie ensures customers benefit from advanced machines backed by expert service.
• Shekel AIstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for precision retail solutions with WeightAI technology. Scobie provides UK market expertise and largest service network, combining global technology innovation with local operational excellence for hospitality smart retail deployments.
• Blue IcecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for supply and support of Blue Ice soft-serve machines and growing coffee machine range. Blue Ice provides installation and commissioning, with Scobie managing commercial supply for UK market.
• ReventflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK & Northern Ireland sole distributor of Revent ovens and provers. Revent invented the world's first rack oven in 1958 and is known for energy-efficient ONE series. Scobie leverages exclusive relationship for bakery equipment sales and service.
• AscasocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of Ascaso coffee machines known for precision engineering, innovative design, and premium quality. Ascaso machines feature exceptional build quality and advanced technology.
• CasadiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of Casadio coffee machines recognised for precise engineering and sleek design. Casadio delivers machines with superior performance and stylish appearance for professional coffee service.
• CimbalicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDiverse selection of Cimbali coffee machines including traditional and fully automatic models with fresh milk capabilities. Ideal for various settings from coffee shops to upscale dining environments.
• RationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of Rational iCombi Pro and iCombi Classic ovens. Rational is a global leader in professional hot food preparation with over 1.2 million units in use worldwide, known for German engineering and R&D with 250+ professional chefs.
• UnoxcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of Unox Cheftop ovens combining cutting-edge technology and stylish designs. Unox is an Italian manufacturer of commercial ovens with award-winning products and 94% in-house component manufacturing.
• WiesheucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of Wiesheu in-store baking ovens with over 50 years of experience and German engineering. Wiesheu transforms in-store baking into a production and presentation process, setting standards for high-quality baking in small spaces.
• InvendatechnologyTechnology or IntegrationSmart vending machines powered by cutting-edge cloud technology and IoT integration. Invenda machines can boost sales by up to 60% through AI-managed advertising with dual revenue streams from product sales and DOOH display.
• LBX Le Bread ExpresstechnologyTechnology or IntegrationHot food vending kiosk supplier for freshly baked pastries, pizzas, and pastas available 24/7. Le Bread Express integrates with Le Bake Xpress cloud software for real-time inventory tracking and sales reporting.
• AramarkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFood service partner for Merlin Entertainment theme parks. Scobie has supported Aramark for over a decade with vending and catering equipment across multiple sites including Alton Towers, Legoland Windsor, Thorpe Park, and Chessington World of Adventures.
• NayaxtechnologyTechnology or IntegrationCashless payment systems provider for vending machines. Nayax readers enable contactless payments, Apple Pay, and Google Pay for seamless customer transactions across vending deployments.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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