Acenta Group AB has taken another step in its international growth strategy by entering a three-year funding partnership with the UK-based asset finance company GSM Finance Ltd. The collaboration marks an important milestone for Acenta Group’s expansion in the United Kingdom and aims to make padel more accessible through flexible, tailored financing solutions.
Under the agreement, Acenta Group will continue to supply, deliver, and install its high-quality padel courts, while GSM Finance will serve as the funding partner, structuring and managing leasing and finance solutions for end customers. Although the agreement is non-exclusive and does not include guaranteed order volumes, it is expected to strengthen Acenta Group’s position and revenue potential in one of Europe’s fastest-growing padel markets.
The UK is currently one of the most dynamic padel markets in Europe, with approximately 1,000 courts today – a number forecasted to reach between 7,000 and 8,000 within the next six to ten years. Over 1,000 new courts are expected to be installed by 2026. By combining Acenta Group’s installation expertise with GSM Finance’s financial solutions, the two companies aim to lower the investment threshold for organizations such as schools, sports clubs, and hotels that want to enter the padel arena.
“We are delighted to partner with Acenta Group to bring structured funding solutions to the fast-growing UK padel market. Our experience in asset finance, combined with Acenta Group’s market-leading courts and installation expertise, enables us to offer customers a complete and flexible package – from funding to finished facility,” says Guy Symmons, founder of GSM Finance Ltd.
“This partnership marks another important step in Acenta Group’s international expansion journey. GSM Finance’s strong reputation and long-standing experience in the UK asset finance market make them an ideal partner as we establish our presence in one of Europe’s most dynamic padel markets. Together, we can make padel more accessible to a wider customer base,” says Håkan Tollefsen, CEO of Acenta Group AB.
Through the partnership, Acenta Group broadens its offering and reinforces its commitment to providing localized, customer-focused solutions. With GSM Finance as a trusted funding partner, Acenta Group is well-positioned to support the rapid growth of padel across the UK – from concept to completed facility.