THE Birmingham-based vehicle movement specialists DMN Group has acquired Specialist Vehicle Logistics, a fleet management services provider.
DMN says the strategic move enhances its service delivery.
Based in the West Midlands, Specialist Vehicle Logistics provides fleet management services including the movements of cars and light vans, safety checks, MOTs, repairs, valeting and secure storage.
The acquisition offers DMN Group access to Specialist Vehicle Logistics’ 500 vehicle storage capacity, increasing its pool management capabilities, service centre and maintenance bays as well as growing DMN’s capacity to carry out vehicle inspections, bodywork repairs and valeting services.
DMN Group has been supporting fleets since 2011 and is a ‘one-stop shop’ for fleet support solutions, vehicle storage and offering bespoke transport solutions to suit all fleet needs, from a single vehicle to bulk or boutique fleet solutions, and specialist EV transport.
“This acquisition is another exciting development for us and serves as another important stage in DMN’s expansion. With everything Specialist Vehicle Logistics has to offer to fleet management services, we can continue to expand and enhance our capacity to deliver comprehensive vehicle logistics solutions across the UK.”
Nick Chadaway, Managing Director, DMN Group Tweet

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