CEPS Plc is a an industrial holding company, which acquires majority stakes in stable, profitable and steadily growing entrepreneurial companies. It operates through the following segments: Aford Awards, Friedman's, and Hickton Group. The Aford Awards segment is involved in the production of sports trophies including an engraving company. The Friedman's segment distributes of specialist Lycra. The Hickton Grouo segment provides services to the construction industry. The company was founded on April 30, 1952 and is headquartered in Bath, the United Kingdom.