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Preston's WH Bowker has acquired James Nuttall (Transport) Ltd and its commercial MOT testing centre, Queensway Commercials Ltd, both of Rochdale.
The deal boosts Bowker's fleet by 48 commercial vehicles, bringing the total UK and European fleet to more than 225 vehicles and 450 trailers.
The DVSA authorised testing facility adds to Bowker's network, which consists of over 1.2m sq ft of warehousing across 10 strategically placed locations within the UK.
Bill Bowker, director of WH Bowker, said: "James Nuttall (Transport) Limited is a successful family-owned business and shares the same cultural ethos as our own.
"We are extremely confident this exciting venture will strengthen our UK and European warehouse and distribution business providing further opportunities for continued growth."
James Nuttall said: "Bowker has an excellent reputation within the industry, renowned for looking after their staff, operating a modern fleet and providing continuous high levels of customer care. We look forward to the new opportunities that the acquisition will present to our loyal employees."
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