Equipment Leasing & Finance Specialists, UK and Europe.
Equipment Leasing Specialists
Equipment Leasing That Works for Real Business Across the UK and Europe.
From startups to multinationals, Oaklease delivers flexible leasing solutions, fast and human first leasing solutions, especially when other funders say no!
We fund the awkward, the ambitious, and the overlooked. Whether you’re a startup needing £30k for a first fit-out, or an established manufacturer rolling out across multiple countries in Europe.
Because growth doesn’t wait — and neither do we.
At Oaklease, we’ve been making equipment leasing work for real businesses for over 30 years. We’re not a bank. We don’t rely on algorithms. And we don’t expect every business to fit a neat little box.
Oaklease delivers equipment leasing that’s flexible, fast, and grounded in experience.
Because growth doesn’t wait — and neither do we.
Equipment Leasing that Starts with Listening
We’re not just here to say “yes” or “no.” We’re here to understand what you’re trying to build — and then make the finance work..
Why Oaklease ?
- Independent & Experienced: We’ve been helping businesses lease equipment since the 1990s.
- Unconventional by Design: We say yes where others say no, From niche assets to complex structures, we tailor leasing to fit your customers, not the other way around.
- Pan-European Capability: We’ve financed over 1,000 sites across Europe
- We Make the Complex Simple: We handle what others avoid.
- Fast Turnarounds: We move fast — and keep you updated every step of the way.
- Flexible Leasing Terms: Tailored around your cash flow and commercial needs.
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Vendor Programmes That Scale: Whether you’re a manufacturer, distributor, or supplier, our vendor finance programmes help you sell more, faster, and smarter.
What Our Clients Say
We rolled out new sites in three countries using Oaklease. No other leasing company could deal with the complexity. They made it simple.” — COO, European Franchise Group
“Oaklease looked past our credit score and saw the bigger picture. We wouldn’t have launched without them.” — Startup Owner, UK Hospitality.
“As a global leader in precision CNC manufacturing, ANCA provides our customers with vital production equipment and technology. Our clients need fast, flexible decisions to optimize their operations, and Oak has been a crucial partner in this process. Their professionalism and extensive funding network make them the ideal financing partner across Europe.”
Martin Winterstein. Managing Director, ANCA Europe GmbH
Equipment Leasing
With over three decades of equipment leasing experience, Oak Leasing understands the complexities of equipment finance for manufacturers, suppliers and customers. Our extensive knowledge ensures smooth transactions.
With our deep and strong network of over forty funders, we are able to source competitive solutions tailored to a variety of business needs , risk profiles and asset types.
We are known to be transparent and straight talking, real people in the real world facing the same challenges that you face on a day by day basis.
Leasing doesn’t need to be rigid. At Oaklease, we believe in putting square pegs into round holes, with creativity, not compromise.
OakLease, we’re known for solving the finance challenges others walk away from, think square pegs in round holes.
We understand that one size equipment leasing doesn’t fit all. Maybe the equipment is in the wrong location. Maybe it’s older than the banks like. Maybe it doesn’t have four wheels, or any wheels. It could be part of an MBO. Whatever the reason, we have the expertise to find a solution.
With access to over 40 funders across the UK and Europe, we’re equipped to tackle even the most complex proposals. We’ve financed deals underwater, in the air, and on the ground , quite literally.
If others have said no, talk to us. Our team will find a way.
What Can You Lease?
In the past year, Oak Leasing has arranged leases for a wide range of industries, including:
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- Underwater equipment for the North Sea
- Aviation fuel tankers and GSE equipment for airports
- Robot production lines and manufacturing equipment for a factory in Slovakia
- Renewable energy wind farms across Europe
- Specialist equipment for aerospace companies in Sweden
- Food production lines in Portugal
- Specialist Retail equipment for large UK retail PLC.
- Not forgetting Gin Stills in Scotland!
The range of equipment is huge.
We don’t just talk about Europe. We lease across it.
Oak Leasing, we also have a specialist middle-ticket equipment leasing desk which handles equipment transactions valued upwards of 250,000, either Sterling or Euros.
We’re seeing rapid growth in our appetite for transactions between £250,000 and £10,000,000 (or equivalent in euros). in the last few years, equipment is varied, from sale and lease back plant to new scientific equipment. Whatever you require, we can assist.
Get in Touch with our team today
With over 40 years of combined experience in equipment leasing and financing across Europe, Oak Leasing is the trusted partner you need to navigate today’s complex and uncertain market.
We offer transparent, straightforward leasing solutions that help you get the most competitive rates for your equipment and customers. Having weathered four recessions and a pandemic, we bring a resilient, transparent, and people-focused approach to every partnership.
The last words should always be our customers,
”We have no hesitation in recommending Oak to anyone looking for equipment leasing”
Since contacting John Barter at Oaklease we have received a first class service, he understood our requirements straight away and got us the best deals possible. I have received nothing but professionalism (and humour) from John and would not hesitate to recommend him and his Company, you would be in safe hands”
John is one of the most honest and straight forward people I have had the pleasure to deal with.
I would, without question, recommend John without hesitation
