Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Jardine acquires Land Rover site from Pilling
The business will trade as Lancaster Land Rover.
Growth
The acquisition by the Colchester-based group, signals the group's plan to grow its representation this year.
"We are delighted to be growing our relationship with Land Rover in a key territory with significant opportunities for growth," said Alun Jones, Jardine's chief executive.
"This acquisition is also firmly in line with our strategy of growing our business during 2010 both through organic growth and further acquisitions".
Trading names
Jardine currently operates 19 brands at 50 locations and trades as Lancaster, Scotthall, Appleyard, Minories, Abridge and Clover Leaf Cars.
DATED: 26.01.10
FEED: MT
