Thompson & Leigh Expands Reach with Drakes Plumbing Supplies Acquisition
UK: Thompson & Leigh, a bathroom retailer and plumbers' merchant, has acquired Drakes Plumbing Supplies through a pre-pack deal arranged by administrator Quantuma. This acquisition includes all Drakes branches, which will complement Thompson & Leigh’s trade counters in Dartford and Crayford, along with its bathroom showrooms in Crayford and Bexleyheath. Drakes will continue to operate under its existing brand name as part of Thompson & Leigh’s operations.
Established in 1946 as a plumbing and sanitaryware supplier, Thompson & Leigh stated that the acquisition strengthens its presence across the Southeast of England and London. The directors expressed plans to collaborate with the staff to maximise the potential of all Drakes locations.
Source: Kitchen and Bathroom News