Automotive paint specialist signs 10-year lease on warehouse
Roberlo UK, a specialist in making and supplying coatings and repair solutions for the refinish aftermarket and industrial sectors, has expanded its footprint in the north of England.
The business has signed a 10-year lease for a 6,004 sq ft commercial unit in Leeds with industrial property business Towngate PLC.
Roberlo’s new Leeds base is at Unit 3C of Airedale Industrial Estate, Hunslet. The property will help enhance the company’s logistics and distribution capabilities – both across the region and on a national scale.
As well as a sizable warehouse area, the unit comprises ground and first floor ancillary office spaces, a secure self-contained yard and a kitchen.
Albert Torrent, head of sales at Roberlo UK, said: “This new facility will provide the perfect platform to better serve our growing customer base in the north of England – providing quicker access to products and services, and supporting Roberlo’s ambitious growth plans within the UK market.
“Being in such close proximity to key transport links and arterial routes, we’re excited to see our supply chain operations become increasingly streamlined too, furthering our reputation for timely delivery and exceptional service, whatever the technical requirement.”
A family-run company, Roberlo was founded in Girona in 1968, importing products from Italy, for marketing in Spain.
It has grown to be a manufacturer of paints, repair solutions, and fixing products for the automotive, industrial, and construction sectors.
The firm launched its UK division as its third subsidiary in 1999. Since then, it has expanded to include a significant 20 subsidiaries, with a commercial presence in more than 100 countries around the world.
Tom Lamb, property manager at Towngate PLC, said: “It is a real pleasure to welcome Roberlo UK to the Airedale Industrial Estate.
“With its prime location and surrounding network of flourishing business, I am confident Roberlo will be able to set up a highly successful operation from this site to further its already significant footprint.”
Towngate was represented by Hazel Cooper, associate director at Carter Tower in Leeds for this transaction. Roberlo UK was represented by Alec Michael, partner at Michael Steel & Co.