Twisted acquires carbon fibre specialist KS Composites

For Twisted, the acquisition of KS Composites, which has 40 years of expertise in manufacturing advanced composite components, is the latest step in a phase of growth. In the latest 5 years, the English company, which started in the automotive sector, by re-engineering 4×4 vehicles, has extended its activities to the marine sector, but also established a Special Projects division, expanded internationally and launched the T-Bug, a buggy inspired by the classic Baja Bug and Sand Scorcher.

KS Composites indicates that continuity and support will be assured for its employees. All 120 members of the workforce remain in post. The acquisition will enable KS to continue operating independently while benefiting from the additional resources and strategic opportunities afforded by Twisted, complementing its existing markets and customer base. It will support Twisted’s product development and manufacturing plans, contributing to new automotive builds, marine applications and future advanced engineering projects.

Managing Director Jamie Smith continues to lead KS Composites and has also joined the Twisted board of directors.

He said: “As Twisted prepares for global growth, including increased activity in the USA, it requires carbon fibre engineering expertise and production capability that provides a genuine competitive advantage. KS Composites delivers that capability, and I am delighted to play a part in expanding what Twisted can design, build, and deliver.”

Jake Cronk, Twisted’s Chief Operating Officer, added: “With KS’s expertise in composites and Twisted’s commitment to creating the best possible vehicles and marine products, we’re accelerating every major project we have in motion. This is an important moment for the future of Twisted and an exciting step forward for both teams. We’re strengthening our British engineering expertise while unlocking the next chapter as a global business.”

about Twisted
Twisted is made up of Twisted Automotive, Twisted Marine and KS Composites. Twisted Automotive has been re-engineering 4×4 vehicles since 2000. It recommissions the classic Land Rover Defender, the Suzuki Jimny and the Baja Bug from its workshop in Thirsk, Yorkshire. It operates in the UK, Japan and the US. Twisted Marine blends British racing heritage with meticulous engineering to redefine premium rigid-inflatable boats (RIBs). Following their acquisition of the Scorpion RIB brand, Twisted Marine delivers high-performance vessels. Each boat, from the compact Tender Series to the flagship Scorpion 36GT, is hand-finished in-house, tuned for performance and customisable to exacting owner specifications. based across the south coast of England, Twisted Marine services encompass commissioning, servicing, storage and complete refit packages.