Construction firm invests £400,000 in expanding vehicle fleet

Construction company Hobson & Porter has completed an investment of more than £400,000 in a new fleet of vehicles.

The Hull-based firm has secured 26 new vehicles, comprising a mix of Peugeot Boxer tipper and Vauxhall Vivero vans, from Beerhouse Self Drive.

Mike Gibbin, financial director for Hobson & Porter, said: “We have chosen to invest in this new fleet with vehicles that are more fuel efficient and lower in emissions. The tipper trucks are also class-leading in payload, saving fuel and improving productivity.

“We have enjoyed a strong working relationship with Beerhouse Self Hire for several years and have been pleased to support another local business by continuing our service agreement with them.”

Hobson & Porter is currently involved in a range of schemes across the Humber region, including the multi-million pound Aura Innovation Centre, at Hessle’s Bridgehead Business Park for the University of Hull.

The centre, due for completion later this year, will be a purpose-built facility that provides large businesses and SMEs with the space to collaborate to deliver low-carbon energy and clean growth.

Gibbin added: “This new fleet investment will improve our presence in the region and help reinforce the Hobson & Porter brand, which is building on success and delivering social value and lasting legacy on all of our projects.”