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Motor Group invest £2m in Darlington headquarters

Vertu Motors Group plc has injected £2m into a new assessment and preparation centre which is now operational in Darlington, for its UK used vehicle operation.

The site is also the UK headquarters for Vertu Vehicle Solutions and directly employs 19 people, with five more jobs created as a result of sub-contracted work.

The former Volvo trucks site was acquired by Vertu Motors and has undergone significant refurbishment.

Robert Forrester, Chief Executive of Vertu Motor Group plc said; “Vertu Motors is showing its faith in the North East by basing its centre in Darlington.

“With its excellent transport links and experienced skill base, Darlington is the ideal location for the preparation centre.

“It is an essential part of our network servicing dealerships from Dunfermline in the North to Exeter in the South.”

The centre houses a mechanical workshop, re-spraying depot and onsite bodyshop, which has the capacity to service more than 300 cars per month.

In addition to the vehicle refurbishment facility, Vertu Motors has added another training centre for its employees.

Three centres already operate across the country, training staff in all areas of the Vertu Motors business.

A fit-for purpose facility is attached to the building in Darlington which enables employees to enhance their skills and professional development.

He added: “Locating the operation in Darlington further demonstrates our confidence in the town. Alongside our existing Nissan, Renault and SEAT dealerships in Darlington, the new centre further establishes our business as a key employer in the area and a strong advocate of the benefits of investing in the town.”

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ruth Mitchell .