Fix Auto UK has further strengthened its position with the acquisition of two new repair centres on the south coast.
The business has acquired the former AD Williams sites in Southampton and Lydd from the appointed administrators, a move that not only grows its portfolio of wholly owned locations to 13 repair centres, but also safeguards 24 skilled jobs within the industry.
The newly acquired sites will now operate as Fix Auto Southampton and Fix Auto Lydd, bringing a combined 27,000sqft of high-specification bodyshop space into the network. These additions strategically reinforce Fix Auto UK’s dominance in the southern region, complementing the existing footprint of 10 well-established centres stretching from Hastings to Penzance.
Fix Auto Southampton will continue under the experienced leadership of Rob Dace, while Fix Auto Lydd will be temporarily overseen by Andy Ramsey, current manager of Fix Auto Crawley, until a permanent appointment is made. The group’s portfolio of wholly and part-owned repair centres is overseen by Group Commercial Director Earle Avann.
Commenting on the acquisitions, Ian Pugh, Group Managing Director for the Advantage Group of Companies, said: “Fix Auto UK is already a well-established repairer along the south coast. These acquisitions further strengthen an area which is vital to us. I am delighted that we were able to move so swiftly and safeguard both businesses.”
