Chorley Group acquires two North West dealerships
Chorley Group has announced the acquisition of 06 Ormskirk for an undisclosed fee, which includes 06 Vauxhall Ormskirk and 06 Mitsubishi Skelmersdale.
The Chorley-based business, which currently operates nine franchises across the North West and employs 250 people locally, confirmed news that the businesses will become part of Chorley Group trading as Chorley Group Vauxhall (Ormskirk) & Chorley Group Mitsubishi (Skelmersdale).
Chorley Group managing director, Adam Turner, said: “We are really excited to welcome the 06 businesses to the Chorley Group family.
“This has been a long process given the current restrictions and we are grateful to the team at CG Professional for their focus and determination in closing the deal.
“We’re thrilled to get it over the line. The 06 group have a fantastic culture centred on customer satisfaction and employee retention, which are all traits that fit perfectly with our group.”
Chorley Group said it prides itself on its ability to successfully adapt quickly and effectively to the changing retail environment, remaining responsive to changing customer needs. It sees this takeover as another example of its proactive approach in a time where acquisitions are less frequent.
Adam added: “This acquisition is the latest move in our mid-term strategic plans across the North West and we can’t wait to start working with the team, including one of the current directors, John Dickson.”
Adam Turner
Paul Byron, current, joint managing director at 06 Ormskirk, said: “Selling your business is always going to be a tough decision but we made the decision that we wanted to sell to a business that really shared our values.
“The last 15 years have been an incredible journey, and we leave behind a business that we are proud of and we know it is in great hands with Chorley Group.”
David Kendrick, partner at UHY Hacker Young, who advised the shareholder of 06 Ormskirk on the sale, said: “This is a great acquisition for Chorley Group who have a strong representation across the North West.
“06 have been a strong profitable business for over 15 years and joining a larger regional group will only increase this. Congratulations to both parties involved and yet again we see further consolidation.”
