2011 Profit Track 100

Rank: 4   McLaren Group

Its catering company runs restaurants in Chelsea Design Centre and Harvey Nichols

Famous for its Formula One racing team, this Surrey-based group also has lesser-known offshoots. These include an electronics company that sells software and technology to Indy Racing teams and the American government; a division that works with organisations such as UK Sport to improve performance in sport; and even an upmarket catering company. Its automotive division designs and manufactures supercars that cost more than £100,000 each. Founded and led by Ron Dennis, the company has grown profits by 146% a year, from £2.2m in 2006 to £32.6m in 2009.

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Company facts

McLaren Group
Racing team and sports car maker
Company website

Profit growth
146.09% pa
2009 profit£32.6m
2006 profit£2.2m
2009 staff1,587
Founded1963
Location of HQSurrey
If applicable:
* = annualised figures
‡ = draft accounts