Haulage firm drives forward expansion plans

A North Wales vehicle and haulage business is set to grow under new ownership.

NPC Commercials, based on Llay Industrial Estate, in Wrexham, operates a fleet of tippers, box trailers and curtainsiders, providing haulage across England, Scotland and Wales for construction, retail, landscaping and industrial clients. 

Its garage also offers servicing and repairs for cars, vans and heavy goods vehicles.

The £1.5 million-turnover business has been acquired by NPC Billington, a new company led by Gary Billington, alongside his daughter Georgi Billington and operations director Callum Watkins. 

As part of the deal, the previous owners Nick Pendleton, Clive Roberts and Paul Travis will remain with the business.

Georgi says plans include expanding the garage, upgrading workshops, investing in technology, adding vehicles to the haulage fleet and recruiting staff.

She said: “NPC Commercials is a successful, well-run business which ticked all the boxes for us. 

“This acquisition aligns perfectly with our vision, with scope to expand and enhance our product and service offerings while also improving the customer experience.”

Nick added: “It was a great pleasure to do business with Gary and his great team. 

“Their acquisition of NPC Commercials will help the company grow, and the future for the business and all the staff is very exciting.”

Law firm Bermans advised on the acquisition, with client partner James Harris leading, supported by Charlotte Mills, Cosmin Armene and Alex Murray. 

Oliver Wadlow, from corporate finance firm Alinea, and James Hargreaves, from Hargreaves & Woods, also advised the buyout team.

Charlotte added: “NPC Commercials is a lovely local business and Gary has been keen to get involved from day one. 

“I’m delighted we’ve been able to advise him on the transaction and wish him and his team all the best for the future.”

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