LDC has taken a stake in Fortus, a York-headquartered accountancy and advisory services firm that launched in 2020. The business operates across audit, tax and specialist advisory work with a team of 115 professionals spread across offices in York, Leeds and Scarborough.

The private equity arm of Lloyds Banking Group will fund continued investment in people and systems to support Fortus's expansion plans. Fortus has built its team rapidly since founding, suggesting strong demand for its integrated accountancy and advisory offering in northern England.

LDC's backing provides Fortus with capital to scale during a period when many professional services firms face talent retention challenges. The investment reflects confidence in Fortus's growth trajectory and its ability to compete with larger accountancy networks.

This deal demonstrates how private equity continues targeting specialist professional services businesses with scalable models, particularly those serving mid-market clients who need integrated financial and advisory support.