TIP Group buys Trailer Auto Group

TIP Group has acquired Trailer Auto Group (TAG) to strengthen its refurbishment services in the UK.

The refurbishment facility, located in Stoke-on-Trent, UK, boasts a modern workshop with 41 bays and a dedicated workforce of 105 employees, including 85 skilled mechanics. 

TIP Group expects all TAG employees to transition to TIP, ensuring continuity and expertise within the team. 

“Acquiring TAG will significantly enhance our ability to extend the life of our fleet and expand our offerings to both existing and new customers,” said Mike Furnival, managing director UK and Ireland at TIP Group. 

“The workshop’s central location will facilitate trailer refurbishment, damage repairs, servicing and MOT preparation.”

The acquisition is expected to provide opportunities to strengthen TIP’s refurbishment business and upsell its range of products and services. 

With the addition of TAG, TIP now operates 30 locations in the UK. 

The refurbishment of trailers has become increasingly important to extend fleet life and embrace sustainability. 

Acquiring TAG, with its expertise in full scale refurbishment, means TIP can further strengthen its refurbishment services to customers, it says.