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EV012 -South East England- Ł 1,400,000-Independent Suppliers of Bottled Gas:CO2, Liquid Nitrogen, He for sale in South East England, UK

South East England, UNITED KINGDOM - UK (UK)

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Business Summary:
Independent Suppliers of Bottled Gas: CO2, Liquid Nitrogen, Helium and LPG Ref.EV012 Location South East England Asking Price Ł 1,400,000 Established over twenty years ago, this business has grown significantly to become one of the leading suppliers of bottled gas in the South East. Originally founded on 'cellar gases' - CO2 and mixed gas (CO2/N2) servicing the requirements of the licensed trade, this business has extended its product range to include the supply of patio and barbecue gases - having recently been appointed as a regional supplier to one of the UK's largest DIY chains as well as helium - for the floristry and party balloon sector. Situated in premises acquired by the current Owners of the business a number of years ago - a site which includes all of the bulk tanks and plant and equipment normally associated with a business operating in this sector, this business services a Client base of approximately 650 Account customers scattered within and around the M25 and the southern Home Counties. Clients include all sizes and types of business ranging from public houses, restaurants and nightclubs through balloon shops and florists right through to some of the largest petrol forecourts, garden centres and DIY outlets in the south of England.

Year Business was Established: 1989

Facilities / Terms of Lease: The business is ideally situated on a large industrial estate close to major roads affording easy access to its extensive customer base via the M25 and major roads into the centre of London and across the South East. Approximately 15,000 square feet in all, the site, with ample space for deliveries and collections houses the gas storage tanks together with a small office block. The site is very secure with excellent steel perimeter fencing and gated access. There is ample room to expand the operation within the current premises. The premises were purchased by the current Owners of the business and will be available on a leased basis to new Owners, term and rent to be agreed. Alternatively the freehold, recently conservatively valued at approximately Ł1.4m may be available, subject to negotiation.

Potential Growth/Expansion: N.A.

Competition: Well established, the business currently invests little in marketing and advertising. What activity the business undertakes is limited to mailshots and personal visits carried out by the Partners within the business. Having enjoyed over twenty years of successful operation the business benefits from the most cost effective form of marketing, strong word of mouth recommendation - particularly from within the licensed trade, where gas supply is one of the few 'free of tie' elements left within the industry.

Owner willing to train: The current owners would be happy to provide full training and support at handover to ensure continuity of trading.

Reason for selling: The current Owners believe the time is right to pass the business on to new Owners to build on the excellent foundations already laid.

Seller Reference Number: EV012
BusinessMart.com Listing Number: 57506

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