# MGS Technical Plastics acquired by its three directors in management buyout

MGS Technical Plastics, an injection moulding business based in Blackburn, UK, was acquired by its three directors Neil Garrity, Judson Smythe and Mark Preston in a full management buyout effective 22 January 2026.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-01-22
- Where: Blackburn, United Kingdom
- Status: completed
- Products: injection moulded plastic products
- Sectors: [Plastics and Polymers](https://endata.com/sectors/plastics-polymers.md)

## Companies

- [MGS Technical Plastics](https://endata.com/companies/16893.md) (target)
- [Neil Garrity](https://endata.com/companies/89919.md) (acquirer)
- [Judson Smythe](https://endata.com/companies/89920.md) (acquirer)
- [Mark Preston](https://endata.com/companies/89921.md) (acquirer)

## Sources

- [engineering-update.co.uk](https://engineering-update.co.uk/2026/01/27/full-mbo-announced-by-mgs-technical-plastics-2/), 2026-01-27: "Our focus will continue to be on delivering outstanding products and services to our customers and remain a business beacon for growth that supports our strong heritage and community engagement in the North West."

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