Builders’ merchants acquired by national group

Builders Supplies West Coast Ltd, which operates from sites in Fleetwood, Cleveleys, Morecambe and Preston, has been acquired by Huws Gray.

Builders Supplies West Coast was established in 1938 and employs 70 staff across its four locations. Huws Gray was established in 1990 with a single branch in Llangefni, North Wales. Today, it operates more than 100 sites around the UK.

Matthew Owen, head of acquisitions for the Huws Gray Group, commented: “Builders Supplies West Coast Ltd have always had a commitment to efficient customer service, which fits well with the Huws Gray ethos. We are optimistic about the future, as this represents a fantastic opportunity for us to strengthen our existing presence in North West Lancashire."

Owners Peter and Bethan Worthington added: “We would like to thank all our loyal customers and teams for their support over the years, and for making the company the success it is today. We’re confident that Huws Gray will take the business to the next level and we’re pleased to be leaving it in good hands.”

The deal team at MHA Moore and Smalley was led by head of corporate finance Andrew Feeke, supported by Ian Waddingham and Rob Holgate, with David Hackett providing taxation advice. Napthens provided legal advice to Builders Supplies West Coast.

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