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Business for Sale Overview:

This business was founded in the early 1970’s by the current owners and since then has built up a sterling reputation in the market as a reliable high quality scrap metal dealer. Whilst specialising in the handling of non-ferrous metals the business holds all the relevent licenses, environmental and health and safety certification to handle both ferrous and non-ferrous materials as well as plastics and other such recycleable materials. The business is able to provide clients with a collection, processing and delivery service offering a total solution for the waste sector, industry and the public community. Strategically located near to superb dockside facilities, allowing it access to near Continental markets as well as deep sea destinations

Property Features and Assets:

The current owners would make a lease available to the new owners subject to negotiation. The main premises are single storey brick build warehouse type facility with high ceilings and comprise circa 20,000 square feet of storage and processing space with a small office and canteen area above on a mezzanine floor. There is an additional 4000 square feet site adjacent to the building as well as a yard . The site has excellent accessibility and is close to major port, rail and road networks. Rates circa £8,500 p.a.

Market Competition and Expansion:

The business has never seen the need to advertise in the past and there are excellent opportunities to increase this in line with a new sales and marketing push which would reap immediate rewards in existing and new market sectors. A high proportion of the business's revenue has been due to its excellent reputation for quality and service and strong word of mouth recommendation and this is expected to continue