Thriving Haulage Business In Argyll For Sale

Business description

Preferred Commercial is pleased to offer for sale this thriving haulage business, which was established by our client in 1983 and which is only now being placed on the market due to his wish to retire. Derek Wilson Carriers generates a turnover in the region of £300,000 per annum with a gross profit of 84%, collecting goods from Glasgow and Oban, and delivering to the surrounding areas as well as the islands of Mull, Iona, Tiree, Coll, Islay and Colsay. The business boasts many contracts with local authorities and Blue Chip firms and is an exclusive carrier to many areas. At present, our client can cherry pick work taken, offering a new owner huge scope to increase turnover. The business operates a fleet of 8 x 3.5-tonne vans, custom-built to maximise carrying capacity for ferry use. This is an ideal niche business with high profit margins and scope for further growth. Early discussions with Preferred Commercial come highly recommended.

Property information

Property:

Leasehold

Lease terms:

Original length: 25 years
Remaining: 9 years
Review: every 3 years

Leasehold rent:

£9,000 per annum

Location:

Derek Wilson Carriers is ideally located in a popular industrial estate, close to the town centre of Oban, Argyll. Oban boasts excellent road, rail and ferry links and indeed is known as the Gateway to the Isles. The town is a popular tourist destination with visitors drawn to its near perfect horseshoe bay and spectacular scenery. Oban is also an ideal base from which to explore the islands of Mull, Iona, Tiree, Coll, Islay and Colsay, which are all served by Derek Wilson Carriers. The area is easily accessible via the A85, Crianlarich road.

Premises details:

Open yard situated within a busy industrial estate. Briefly comprising:

Accommodation
• Secure warehouse 30ft x 25ft
• Cabin housing 2 x offices and WC
• 40ft mechanics workshop

External
• Yard extends to approximately 0.3 of an acre with secure parking for fleet and additional car parking

Vehicles
• 8 x modern 3.5-tonne vans custom-built to maximise capacity for ferries.

Business Operation

Trading hours:

To suit business