Chemical waste transport firm snapped up

Bullard, a UK transport company specialising in the chemical waste and fuels sector, has been acquired by Suttons Tankers.

The deal, the value of which was not disclosed, sees the equipment, drivers and company’s customers, being managed by Suttons with the company’s founder Simon Bullard remaining in a key account management role.

Bullard is based in Dinnington and was founded in 1993; the firm focuses on transporting chemical waste and fuels.

The most up-to-date accounts for Cheshire-based Suttons show that in the year to April 30, 2017 the company’s turnover was £81.7m with a pre-tax profit of £203,965.

Michael Cundy, managing director, Suttons Tankers said: “This was a natural evolution with a known player in the market and is beneficial to both parties.

“We already have the largest shared-user chemical fleet in the UK and this acquisition allows us to focus on one of our key strategic sectors for growth.

“Our UK network also adds flexibility and capacity to Bullard’s customers and will deliver improved service and capability.”

Bullard said: “I’m delighted to have the opportunity to formalise a relationship with a company whose track record of leading customer service and safety is well known in the industry.

“In this market, flexibility is key and the scale and infrastructure that Suttons offers is a real benefit to my customers and allows us to be responsive to the increased demand for our services.”