Independent vehicle supply specialist Vanaways has spearheaded its push for a year of significant expansion with the move to a new operations office.
The site at Eden Office Park, Ham Green, Bristol is just five minutes from the previous headquarters but a big step up in terms of space and facilities, enabling the company’s ambitious growth plans.
“We’d already outgrown the old office and the fact that we have big plans for the coming year meant a move to a much more spacious and better-equipped base was a pressing need,” said director Adam Carter.
“The new site is a great improvement. It allows us to have dedicated areas for our various teams as well as break-out spaces and rooms for client meetings and conferences. There’s lots more parking available too, for both staff and visitors, and the building presents a smart, professional face which reflects our approach to finding the best vehicles at the most competitive prices for our customers.”
The sales force spans three different divisions. The retail team, which trades under the name Van Sales UK, has been the core of the business since its inception in 2017 and is focused on dealing with incoming inquiries.
The department expanded in 2022 with a new business development team, focused on targeting more prospective customers.
Vanaways also partnered with Toolstation last year; the trade and DIY retailer is now marketing vans through its network of more than 550 stores nationwide as well as online – and a dedicated Vanaways unit has been set up to deal with this business.
The expanded accommodation has also allowed marketing, accounts, procurement, customer service and administration colleagues space to create their own workspace areas.
Carter continued: “The opening of this new office is the final piece of the jigsaw that we spent much of last year assembling – along with the Toolstation partnership, a series of key senior appointments and a drive to attract new customers to our brand.
“We confidently expect these developments will help us to hit our initial target of 10,000 vehicle sales per year very soon – and then to use that as a springboard for even greater expansion.”
