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GLOBAL

INVESTMENT PROPOSAL
             OCTOBER 2018
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              EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

               At EFS Global, we are a UK-based logistics provider           ... it is clear to see
               with worldwide reach and over 2,000 customers. From
               import and export, to European road freight, customs
                                                                             that we are ideally
               clearance, refrigerated transport and more, we offer          placed to continue
               the cost-conscious SME a one-stop shop in logistics.          our success in
                                                                             this indispensable
               We work from 7 key depots which span the length and
               breadth of the UK – including Manchester, Liverpool,
                                                                             sector.
               Bradford (Skipton and Keighley), Preston, Tamworth,
               Immingham, with our headquarters in Burnley.

               We understand that multinational logistics providers can
               be impersonal and uncompetitive, which is why we pride
               ourselves on our customer focused team who always
               provide a competitive, friendly and reliable service.

               We were founded in 1996 by Mark Jones, and have grown
               both organically and through acquisition. With a sales
               turnover of £29 million on an annualised basis, and our
               strong, consistent and profitable track record, it is clear
               to see that we are ideally placed to continue our success
               in this indispensable sector.

               We propose to raise £650,000 to lock in our
               customer base and advance our growth plans.
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              THE PROBLEM FACING SMES

                                                                                                    THE SOLUTION

                                                                                                    AT EFS GLOBAL, WE PROVIDE THE COST
                                                                                                    CONSCIOUS SME A ONE-STOP SHOP IN LOGISTICS.

                       COMPLICATED                                                                          EASY
                       Using different logistics suppliers is complicated and time consuming.               Only deal with one company.

                       EXPENSIVE                                                                            PROFITABLE
                       Firms that offer multimodal solutions can be uncompetitive.                          Take advantage of our competitive rates.

                       IMPERSONAL                                                                           PERSONAL
                   !                                                                            !
                       Many larger logistics firms are impersonal and inflexible.                           Rely on our friendly team who go the extra mile.
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              MARKET VALIDATION

               IN THE UK ALONE, BETWEEN 2015 AND 2016*:

                                                                       GOODS       GOODS
                                                                       LIFTED      MOVED

                                                                       15%       12%
                                                                                                      VEHICLE
                                                                                                    KILOMETERS

                                                                       YOY        YOY
                                                                                  to 170 billion
                                                                                                        5%
                                                                                tonne kilometres
                                                                                                        YOY
                                                                                                   to 19.2 billion vehicle
                                                                                                        kilometres

               *https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/
               uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/627597/
               domestic-road-freight-statistics-2016.pdf
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              WHO ARE WE?

                       UK-BASED        GLOBAL   DELIVER   TALENTED, ENGAGED   ENTREPRENEURIAL   PROVEN TRACK
                   LOGISTICS SERVICE   REACH    ON TIME     AND MOTIVATED         COMPANY          RECORD
                       PROVIDER                              WORKFORCE
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              OUR HISTORY

           Mark founded                     We joined a                      Our refrigerated                      We purchased our                   We acquired the Liverpool &               Deliveries from
               EFS                         pallet network                 service was introduced                  36,000 ft² warehouse                     Bradford Depots                    Immingham Docks
                                                                                                                                                                                               were introduced

         1996              1998            2006             2010             2011                  2013             2014                 2015               2016               2017            2018

                     We bought our first                EFS acquired a                   We introduced sea                       The Preston Depot                      Our parcel delivery
                     7.5T and 18T trucks               Manchester depot                and air freight services                    opened and we                        services began and
                                                                                       and bought our offices                   started our Customs                    the Tamworth Depot
                                                                                          and workshops                          Clearance service                       joined our Group
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              OUR SERVICE OFFER

              BURNLEY
              HAULAGE & PALLET DELIVERY | REFRIGERATED TRANSPORT | IMPORT / EXPORT &
              CLEARANCE | AIR, SEA & ROAD FREIGHT | VEHICLE MAINTENANCE | WAREHOUSING
                                                                                                    BRADFORD
              LIVERPOOL
              HAULAGE & PALLET DELIVERY | REFRIGERATED TRANSPORT                         PRESTON
              VEHICLE MAINTENANCE | WAREHOUSING                                                     BURNLEY

              TAMWORTH                                                                  LIVERPOOL   IMMINGHAM
              HAULAGE & PALLET DELIVERY | VEHICLE MAINTENANCE | WAREHOUSING

              BRADFORD                                                                              MANCHESTER
              PALLET & PARCEL DISTRIBUTION | IMPORT / EXPORT & CLEARANCE
              AIR, SEA & ROAD FREIGHT | WAREHOUSING                                                 TAMWORTH
              MANCHESTER
              HAULAGE & DISTRIBUTION | IMPORT / EXPORT & CLEARANCE
              AIR, SEA & ROAD FREIGHT | BONDED WAREHOUSING

              PRESTON
              HAULAGE & DISTRIBUTION | COMMERCIAL TYRES

              IMMINGHAM
              HAULAGE & DISTRIBUTION | WAREHOUSING
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                      GLOBAL                                        OWNERS
                                                                 MARK & JENNIFER JONES

              COMPANY STRUCTURE

                                                                  EFS GLOBAL

                                           EFS BOSS        EXPRESS FREIGHT SOLUTIONS       JONES METCALF

                                         EFS LOGISTICS                                     JRS TRACTION

                   RED SCAR   CS BRUNT    HORIZON        BRAD      EURO-            EURO
                                          (EVIDALE)      TRANS     TRAN              SDB
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              EFS GLOBAL TEAM                                         ANTHONY HOOLEY                        MARK JONES                          GAVIN KELLET
                                                                      FINANCE DIRECTOR                      MANAGING DIRECTOR                   OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
                                                                      Provides our financial forecasts      Founded and developed our           Working on acquisitions
                                                                      and actual performance analysis.      Company over the last 22 years,     and has a background
                                                                                                            leading to £29 million sales.       in general management.
                                            MARK JONES
                                          MANAGING DIRECTOR

      ANTHONY HOOLEY                                                        GAVIN KELLETT
         FINANCE DIRECTOR                                                  OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

                GROUP         JONES            EFS             EFS      EURO   CS  BRAD HORIZON EURO- RED                                                        JRS
               FINANCE       METCALF         LOGISTICS        WAGES      SDB BRUNT TRANS        TRAN SCAR
                            ANDREA / CARL    EMMA / NIGEL      LIZ       PETE         CHRIS              TONY B       RICHARD            DAVE       TONY F      JAMES

               TEAM OF 7

                             TEAM OF 90       TEAM OF 14                 TEAM          TEAM              TEAM           TEAM            TEAM        TEAM         TEAM
                                                                         OF 48          OF 5             OF 12          OF 24           OF 33        OF 6        OF 26
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              VISION & VALUES

                    PROVIDE OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE

                    DEVELOP THE TEAM AND INDIVIDUALS

                    INVEST IN ASSETS AND TECHNOLOGY

                    REWARD DEVELOPMENT, INNOVATION AND ACHIEVEMENT
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              WHY ARE WE FUNDRAISING?

              Our early years witnessed steady and organic growth. By 2015, we had
              cultivated a strong financial track record, a wide customer base and a
              committed, long serving team, which gave us the perfect foundation to
              implement a more aggressive growth strategy.

               During this period of expansion, our sales turnover has grown from £9.6
              million to £29 million and our profit before interest and tax has risen
              from £0.7 million to £2 million. It is our continued investment in team
              development, internet marketing, cross-selling, developing our customer
              base and completing acquisitions that has made this possible.

              Cross-selling our service offer to a wide customer base has been, and
              will continue to be, a crucial aspect of our strategy. By exploiting these
              opportunities, we can continue to drive turnover and profitability.

              Our history shows that we have the know-how to deliver the goods,
              but we can only do it with your support. Your investment will enable
              us to execute our strategy, deliver our goals and offer
              you an excellent return within a 5 year period.
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              THE ASK

                    WE ARE LOOKING FOR A
                    TOTAL OF £650,000 TO
                    INCREASE ANNUALISED
                    PROFIT TO £7.88 MILLION
                    OVER THE NEXT 5 YEARS.
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              SHARE TYPES

              ORDINARY (NOMINEE)		                    £10+

              Each Ordinary Share is entitled to: one vote in any circumstance; certain
              pre-emption rights and will be held via the Crowdcube nominee structure.
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                                                       NEW OFFICES

              THE SPEND                                (12%)
                                                       To build new offices and IT
                                                       infrastructure, creating an impressive
                                                       visiting space.

                              NEW VEHICLES             TEAM DEVELOPMENT
                                            (27%)      (15%)
                     To reduce maintenance costs,      To further invest in employee training
                    improve km/l and provide CSR/      and development and to employ a
                    PR opportunities by investing in   Sales Director and Regional Operations
                                ‘greener’ vehicles.    Director.

                         WORKING CAPITAL               SALES AND MARKETING
                                            (23%)      (23%)
                       To support steady cash flow.    To continue successful internet marketing
                                                       campaigns, build our brand offering and
                                                       exploit cross-selling of our offer.
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              GLOBAL GROWTH

              With our commitment to providing a first-class service and
              developing our offer, we are growing at an exponential rate.

              What’s more, we actively reinvest most of our profits back
              into the Group and have a proven acquisition strategy that has
              been honed over 4 years. It is through the following principles
              that we continue to expand our service offer, domestic
              presence and global reach:

              • A
                 target business that complements the existing Group
              • A
                 strong track record of profitable results – no turnarounds
              • A
                 committed management team that demonstrates talent
                within their sector
              • C
                 onsideration payments of 50% upfront and 50% profit
                related (self-funding) over 3 years
              • A
                 positive contribution to EFS Global cash flow

              Combining our sales and marketing plan with our
              acquisition strategy means we can increase the
              Company’s value and size, rapidly and securely.
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              WHY INVEST IN US?

              SECURITY                                                                           CLIENTS
              Our positive sales growth is set to witness our turnover increase from             We have over 2,000 partnerships and do not rely on a small number
              £9 million in 2015 to £29 million in 2018, proving we know our trade.              of big contracts, making investing with us less of a risk.

              PROFIT POTENTIAL                                                                   POSITIVITY
              Our 5 year business plan aims to see sales revenue advance to circa                We provide a positive and friendly experience for everyone – employees and
              80 million by 2023, offering the potential for big financial gains.                customers alike. This means people want to do repeat business with us.

              LONGEVITY                                                                          REWARDS
              Demand for our service is high and the industry is here to stay. It is the UK’s    Our Investment Reward Scheme gives you access to great discounts
              fifth largest employer and is worth £124 billion GVA to UK economy.*               on our logistical services or John Lewis vouchers up to £750.

              CONTINUED INVESTMENT                                                               EXPERIENCE
              Our continued investment in people, processes and technology continually           Invest in our extensive experience, reap your own rewards and be
              fuels our growth, streamlines our offering and ensures we excel.                   rest assured that we are in it for the long haul.

               *https://www.rha.uk.net/policy-campaigning/top-industry-issues/haulage-industry
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              INVESTMENT REWARDS SCHEME

              At EFS Global, we like to thank our supporters with a range of rewards.
              When new transactions are referred to us, investors can choose between
              discounts on our services or John Lewis gift vouchers*.

              • I nvest £250 to £999
                 receive 1 x £25 discount voucher or £10 John Lewis Voucher
              • I nvest £1,000 to £1,999
                 receive 4 x £25 discount vouchers or £40 John Lewis Voucher
              • I nvest £2,000 to £4,999
                 receive 8 x £25 discount vouchers or £80 John Lewis Voucher
              • I nvest £5,000 to £9,999
                 receive 20 x £25 discount vouchers or £200 John Lewis Voucher
              • I nvest £10,000 to £24,999
                 receive 40 x £25 discount vouchers or £400 John Lewis Voucher
              • I nvest £25,000 or more
                 receive 100 x £25 discount vouchers or £750 John Lewis Voucher

              As we put most of our profits back into EFS Global, pre-investment
              dividends have been set at £200,000 for this financial year.
              Dividends will be paid to all shareholders pro-rata and
              in line with the final level of investment we receive.

               *All transactions are subject to our standard terms and
               conditions and any associated costs will be confirmed in advance.
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              TERRIFIC TRUCKS

              Each of our trucks can travel hundreds of miles in just one journey and be
              exposed to thousands of people across the UK. That’s why we’re rewarding
              investors of over £25,000 the chance to promote their own business by
              advertising on the side of an EFS trailer for free.* And just for fun, investors
              of £5,000 or more will get to name a truck and have it printed on the front,
              before its sets off on its travels.

              *All artwork and wording related to the Terrific Trucks scheme to be jointly
              approved by EFS and the investor.
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              VALUATION & EXIT

              With the logistics industry being worth more than £124 billion GVA to UK         Sector valuations and projection for EFS Global in 2023
              economy, it is clear that it is a crucial business that is here to stay.

              At EFS Global, we have over 2,000 customers spanning many sectors,                                        Annual profits    P/E Ratio         Market Cap
              reducing the risk of your investment.                                            Clipper Logistics        £12,473,792       34.15             £425,980,000
                                                                                               Eddie Stobart            £9,800,000        16.00             £156,800,000
              We believe that our strong track record in the development of sales revenue
              and profit is a key indicator of our success, showing that we have the team,     Stobart Group            £28,484,696       29.73             £846,850,000
              plan and know-how to grow.                                                       Dart Group PLC           £76,724,694       15.51             £1,190,000,000
                                                                                               EFS Global (2023)        £7,880,000        15.00             £118,200,000
              We value our business based on our current level of actual operating profit
              (£2 million) and, given our ability to deliver on future growth, our pre-money
              valuation is £14,000,000 (7 x £2.0 million).

              We are determined to take our annualised operating profit to almost              We are proud of what we have achieved so far and want you to be a part
              £8 million over the next 5 years and at that stage our exit will be a trade      of our exciting journey. With our profitable track record and solid sector
              sale, AIM listing or private equity investment.                                  experience, we are confident that we offer a sound investment.

                                                                                               If you like what you see and are ready to come along, let’s buckle up and be
                                                                                               on our way.

                                                                                               Get in touch at:

                                                                                               investment@efs.global
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              EFS GLOBAL SALES REVENUE

              We have established a pattern of strong sales growth from 2015             £90,000,000
              (£9 million) to 2018 (£25 million). Our credible and deliverable 5 year
              business plan will ensure our sales revenue advances to a level of circa   £80,000,000
              £80 million by 2023. On an annualised basis, our running rate of sales
              has already hit £29 million this financial year.                           £70,000,000

                                                                                         £60,000,000

                                                                                         £50,000,000

                                                                                         £40,000,000

                                                                                         £30,000,000

                                                                                         £20,000,000

                                                                                         £10,000,000

                                                                                                  £0
                                                                                                       2015   2016      2017        2018   2019   2020   2021    2022   2023

                                                                                                                     Actual sales                    Forecast sales
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              PROFIT BEFORE INTEREST & TAX

              Actual profits have grown substantially from 2016 (£1.06 million)    £8,000,000
              to 2018 (£1.62 million) and our business plan, supported with your
              investment, will secure our continued growth and success over the    £7,000,000
              next 5 years. On an annualised basis our running rate of PBIT has
              already hit £2 million this financial year.                          £6,000,000

                                                                                   £5,000,000

                                                                                   £4,000,000

                                                                                   £3,000,000

                                                                                   £2,000,000

                                                                                   £1,000,000

                                                                                          £0
                                                                                                2015/6   2016/7   2017/8   2018/9 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23

                                                                                                     Actual profit                     Forecast profit
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              EFS GLOBAL PROFIT SOURCES

              Most of our profits are reinvested back into the Company to continually fuel   £8,000,000
              the future development and growth of the Business.
                                                                                             £7,000,000

                                                                                             £6,000,000

                                                                                             £5,000,000

                                                                                             £4,000,000

                                                                                             £3,000,000

                                                                                             £2,000,000

                                                                                             £1,000,000

                                                                                                    £0
                                                                                                          2015/6   2016/7   2017/8   2018/9 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23

                                                                                                   Underlying profit          Annual acquisitions     12.5% organic growth
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              EFS GLOBAL PROFIT & LOSS

                                               2015/16        2016/17        2017/18        2018/19        2019/20        2020/21        2021/22        2022/23
               Sales Revenue                   £13,685,254    £15,696,515    £24,857,393    £30,000,000    £43,000,000    £56,000,000    £67,000,000    £78,000,000
               Cost of Sales                   -£11,304,157   -£12,938,912   -£21,063,661   -£25,059,419   -£35,918,501   -£46,777,583   -£55,966,036   -£65,154,490
               Gross Profit                    £2,381,097     £2,757,603     £3,793,732     £4,940,581     £7,081,499     £9,222,417     £11,033,964    £12,845,510
               Administrative Expenses         -£1,328,486    -£1,467,017    -£2,226,341    -£3,018,581    -£4,009,499    -£4,800,417    -£5,061,964    -£5,293,510
               Other Operating Income          £7,137         £18,837        £48,706        £48,000        £48,000        £48,000        £48,000        £48,000
               Operating Profit                £1,059,748     £1,309,423     £1,616,097     £1,970,000     £3,120,000     £4,470,000     £6,020,000     £7,600,000
               Other Interest Receivable and   £64,378        £31,787        £17,158        £20,000        £20,000        £20,000        £20,000        £20,000
               similar income
               Interest Payable                -£169,822      -£194,579      -£274,816      -£300,000      -£325,000      -£325,000      -£325,000      -£325,000
               Profit Before Tax               £954,304       £1,146,631     £1,358,439     £1,690,000     £2,815,000     £4,165,000     £5,715,000     £7,295,000
               Taxation                        -£203,378      -£231,188      -£255,317      -£321,100      -£534,850      -£749,700      -£1,028,700    -£1,313,100
               Profit After Tax                £750,926       £915,443       £1,103,122     £1,368,900     £2,280,150     £3,415,300     £4,686,300     £5,981,900
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              EFS GLOBAL BALANCE SHEET

                                                        2015/16       2016/17       2017/18       2018/19       2019/20        2020/21        2021/22        2022/23
               Fixed Assets
               Intangible Assets                                                    £12,000
               Tangible Assets                          £3,886,562    £4,001,255    £5,402,089    £5,642,000    £6,122,000     £6,602,000     £7,082,000     £7,562,000
               Investments                              £1,966,183    £3,868,080    £5,226,083    £6,576,000    £9,276,000     £11,976,000    £14,676,000    £17,376,000
                                                        £5,852,745    £7,869,335    £10,640,172   £12,218,000   £15,398,000    £18,578,000    £21,758,000    £24,938,000
                Current Assets
               Stocks                                   £268,021      £302,938      £371,419      £416,400      £506,400       £596,400       £686,400       £776,400
               Debtors                                  £3,406,384    £4,011,975    £5,749,307    £6,619,300    £8,359,300     £10,099,300    £11,839,300    £13,579,300
               Current asset investments                £31,280
               Cash at bank and in hand                 £391,836      £328,699      £322,273      £532,270      £952,270       £1,372,270     £1,792,270     £2,212,270
                                                        £4,097,521    £4,643,612    £6,442,999    £7,567,970    £9,817,970     £12,067,970    £14,317,970    £16,567,970
               Creditors: amounts due within one year   -£4,396,287   -£5,964,603   -£7,847,431   -£8,612,400   -£10,142,400   -£11,672,400   -£13,202,400   -£14,732,400
               Net Current Assets                       -£298,766     -£1,320,991   -£1,404,432   -£1,044,430   -£324,430      £395,570       £1,115,570     £1,835,570
               Total Assets Less Current Liabilities    £5,553,979    £6,548,344    £9,235,740    £11,173,570   £15,073,570    £18,973,570    £22,873,570    £26,773,570
               Creditors: amounts due after one year    -£2,078,607   -£2,046,033   -£2,872,128   -£3,007,100   -£3,277,100    -£3,547,100    -£3,817,100    -£4,087,100
               Provisions For Liabilities               -£198,691     £183,013      £328,391      £478,400      £778,400       £1,078,400     £1,378,400     £1,678,400
               Net Assets                               £3,276,681    £4,319,298    £6,035,221    £7,688,070    £11,018,070    £14,348,070    £17,678,070    £21,008,070
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              DISCLAIMER

              All information in this document relating to EFS Global [the Company] is strictly private
              and confidential. By accepting delivery of this document, you [the Reader] acknowledge
              and accept that the reproduction, dissemination or forwarding of this document is strictly
              prohibited. The Reader also acknowledges that the financial information contained in this
              presentation is strictly illustrative and subject to change without notice, and that accuracy
              cannot be guaranteed.

              The Company does not assume responsibility or liability for any inaccuracies, errors or
              incomplete information. The Reader accepts that the Company’s statements and financial
              projections are made at the date of document compilation, are forward-looking and not
              wholly guaranteed.

              All prospective investors should carefully consider whether investing in the Company is
              appropriate, considering the economic climate, their personal circumstances and their
              financial situation. As there are no guarantees that the Company’s objectives and projections
              will be achieved, an investor’s capital may be at risk. If the Reader is unsure of whether to
              invest or has any doubts, they are encouraged to consult with a financial advisor.

              This document has not been prepared or approved by an authorised person within the
              meaning of the Financial Services and Markets Act. It is up to you, the Reader, to make your
              own independent judgement about this document and to seek financial guidance where
              applicable. Investment in the Company carries substantial risk and could lead to the loss of
              all, or some of such investment.
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