Bathroom and kitchen surface manufacturer Rearo has added an Aberdeen branch to its UK network, ensuring nationwide delivery within 6 weeks of a commercial order being placed. The launch marks a key milestone in the Glasgow-based company’s growth plans, enhancing its ability to serve commercial and retail clients across the UK mainland, swiftly and efficiently. The expansion builds on Rearo’s existing network of storage depots. Strategically located in Rosyth; Washington, Tyne and Wear; Northampton; and Skelmersdale.
The company, which supplies a range of UK businesses, is targeting 100% growth in its commercial sales over the next 12 months. The past year marked a full recovery for Rearo following the pandemic, when its turnover grew to £9.65m, with commercial products accounting for 22% of sales, exceeding its target by 13%. It has set a provisional revenue target of £10.8m for 2024-2025 to May next year, with anticipated commercial sales of £5m, compared with a previous target of £2.3m.
The company has capitalised on increased demand for home DIY renovations, leading to a rise in domestic sales. It believes its expanded national coverage will help it to secure contracts with major national clients, increasing market share and revenues. Recent commercial wins included the supply and installation of washroom panels and vanity units for Alexander Dennis’s new electric bus factory in Larbert, Stirlingshire. Other projects completed recently include washroom panel installations for the Oval Cricket Ground in London, Cambridge University, Stena Line (Fishguard), Maybole Town Hall, Scott Beef, and the University of Glasgow.
The addition of the Aberdeen branch addresses a previously identified gap in the company’s distribution network, enabling it to efficiently service commercial and retail clients across the whole of the north and north-east of Scotland. This location was selected to optimise Rearo’s geographical reach and minimise delivery times.
MD Graham Mercer said: “The north and north-east are the final piece of the jigsaw for us to be able to claim to be a truly UK-wide company. Our network of depots and vehicles already ensures we can deliver, quickly and reliably, across England and Wales, from the border with Scotland to the toe of Cornwall. The decision to expand the national delivery network was driven by a commitment to enhancing customer service and responsiveness.”
