Scottish quarry acquired by Breedon Northern

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La Salle can report that following theacquisition of Staff Concrete by Breedon Southern in April 2018, Breedon Northern - another subsidiary of the Breedon Group, has acquired Blinkbonny Quarry (Borders) in Scotland.

Business acquired: Blinkbonny Quarry (Borders) Limted

Activities: Incorporated in 2000, the Kelso-based company offer a range of products including ready-mix concrete, aggregates and kiwi-mix concrete.

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Purchaser: Breedon Northern Limited

Activities:Incorporated in 1993, the subsidiary of the Breedon Group is based in Dundee and formerly known as Breedon Aggregates Scotland Ltd. The company operate in excess of 18 queries, 11 asphalt plants and 22 ready-mixed concrete plants.

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Additional info:

Breedon Northern managing director Alan Mackenzie said:

'Blinkbonny gives us a great opportunity to establish a presence in the Scottish Borders, through a business with long-term mineral reserves and resources.'

'It is well invested, with modern plant and machinery, and has established an excellent reputation for quality and service among its customers in the surrounding area.'


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