Transport and logistics company for sale in Immingham Lincolnshire, C. Neil Dowson Ltd
Immingham, Lincolnshire
- Status
FOR SALE
- Advert ID
637677
- Freehold: Price on Application
- Turnover: £3,000,000 (£57,692 per week)
- Profit: On request
Key Features
- Accounts Available
- Established Business
- High Turnover
- Offers Invited
Business Details
Transport & Logistics Company for Sale – C. Neil Dowson Ltd (UK)
1. Company Overview
Name: C. Neil Dowson Ltd
Incorporation: 1990s
Location: Maritime Yard, Scandinavian Way, Immingham, North East Lincolnshire
Structure: Private Limited Company (Ltd)
Reason for Sale: Strategic decision by shareholders
The company has a long history in the transport industry and is primarily engaged in container haulage and logistics services. Its base is ideally located just one mile from Immingham Docks, providing direct access to one of the UK’s largest ports and major trade routes.
2. Services
Container haulage: dry box, reefer, flatbed cargo
Container handling and storage
Rental income from part of the site (~£9,000 p.a.)
Licences in place for both UK and European operations
3. Assets
Fixed assets (as at 31/12/2024 – NBV ~£1.61m):
10 brand new trucks (2024): Volvo & Mercedes Actros (~£86k each)
Trailers and container handling equipment (TR20 Anderson equipment, compressors, gensets, forklifts)
Property & yard: secure storage, offices, and land adjacent to the port
Disposals (2024): older trucks (DAF, Scania, Volvo) and trailers written off – lowering maintenance costs and modernising the fleet.
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Accumulated carried forward tax losses: £1,758,953
Rental income: ~£9,000/year
Debt: limited to existing truck leasing obligations
The losses are primarily due to heavy investment in fleet renewal in 2024. These accumulated losses may be offset against future profits, providing a significant tax benefit to the purchaser.
5. Employees
Approx. 20 staff (drivers, office, administration, dispatch)
Experienced team familiar with UK and EU transport regulations
Management systems and compliance in place
6. Growth Potential
Expansion of services in Immingham, one of Europe’s largest container ports
Tax efficiency from carried forward losses
European expansion possible with existing licences
Reduced operating costs thanks to new fleet investment
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