Bond International, a Yorkshire-based tyre wholesaler, has made significant strides in its expansion strategy in Scotland. The company has recently acquired Easityre Limited and Fife Autocentre Limited, further solidifying its presence north of the border.
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These acquisitions follow Bond International's April 2024 purchase of Spring Distribution (Scotland) Limited, along with its expansive 200,000 sq ft warehouse in Bathgate. Additionally, in January, the Pocklington-based firm acquired Glasgow-based Stepgrades Motor Accessories Limited and Inverness-based Birkenshaw Distributors Limited from Halfords Group.
With these latest acquisitions, Scott Meechan from Easityre will assume the role of Managing Director for Bond International in Scotland. Brian Meechan, the Chief Executive at the acquired firms, will remain with the business, contributing his expertise to the integrated operations in Scotland.
Charlie Bond, Chief Executive of Bond International, praised the newly acquired companies, stating they were "major players and are well respected in the tyre industry in Scotland." He highlighted the company's strong relationship with Brian and Scott Meechan, which facilitated the expansion discussions. "When the board set out its expansion plans in Scotland, it made perfect sense to approach them and discuss a deal. Brian and Scott have extensive knowledge and experience of the tyre industry in the area and have developed strong relationships with many customers," Bond said.
He emphasised the importance of retaining both Brian and Scott in the business, adding, "It made perfect sense to appoint Scott as Managing Director for Bond International in Scotland."
Brian Meechan expressed optimism about the acquisition, stating, "We believe that it is a good fit for both businesses and will provide a better service and range of products for all our Scottish customers. It will also create many opportunities for our staff, which will be the key to our continued success."
Meechan also reflected on the longstanding relationship with Bond International, "Our relationship with Bond International goes back many years, initially with Reg (Charlie Bond’s father) and latterly with Charlie who has taken the business in a new direction. After listening to his vision for the future, that sealed the deal for us."
