GP020-National container storage and haulage contractor with significant freehold property
Business for sale
Asking Price:
£3,400,000
Turnover:
£6,000,000
Annual profit:
Less than 25k
Audited accounts:
Yes
Management accounts:
Yes
Years trading:
33
Employees:
No
Photos:
No
Ownership:
Sole trader
Business description
The business was established in 1975 to haulage services to national clients and has grown since to become a significant enterprise with strong robust client relationships, developed over many years. The historically successful main services for this business include contracted haulage liveried in client brand details which serves as a platform for other shorter term business.A distinctive advantage of this business is the relationship between its two areas of trading, haulage and storage. The business operates a fleet of 52 vehicles from a 2.2 acre site benefiting from full CCTV and alarmed security. All vehicles are run on maintenance and tyre contracts ensuring operational readiness at all times.
Excellently located, the business has established a very loyal blue chip client base, and for many is the preferred supplier in the country. This customer base extends from private individuals to significant commercial and retail organisations on long contracts and other well known businesses.
The business delivers a professional, cost effective and friendly service and has an excellent reputation for fulfilling all requirements. Staff are extensively trained and highly skilled, with many years on-the-job experience and ensures that clients’ individual needs are met, and close attention to detail is maintained.
Key assets remain and consolidated in long-established customer relationships that have created a well-defined customer base with constant repeat sales; also is the management of the loyal dispersed team of drivers around the UK.
