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BSW is continuing its expansion nationwide.
Following the acquisition, BSW plans to undertake a significant capital investment program in the Melton site to increase capacity and broaden the capabilities of the business.
Geoff Goodwin, Chairman of Bayram, said: “We are proud of what we have achieved at Bayram over the last 20 years and delighted to be selling the business to such a good home in BSW. Bayram has a strong position within the caravan and timber market, and by being a valued supplier into BSW for many years, we feel this acquisition is hugely positive for our employees, our customers and our whole supply chain”.
BSW Timber acquires Bayram Timber 28 May, 2021 SHARE The acquisition of Bayram will strengthen BSW’s value-added processing capabilities and further broaden BSW’s product offering and service to customers.
BSW Timber, the UK’s largest integrated forestry and sawmilling group, has acquired Bayram Timber for an undisclosed sum.
Established over 20 years ago, Bayram is a market leading timber processor and manufacturer, and a key supplier into the UK caravan, leisure home and garden sectors.
Operating from a 17 acre site in Melton, East Yorkshire, the business has annual sales of £30 million and employs over 160 people.
The acquisition of Bayram will strengthen BSW’s value-added processing capabilities and further broaden BSW’s product offering and service to customers.
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By Simon Read
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Building materials are running short in the UK, leaving DIY projects in doubt and building companies under pressure.
The Construction Leadership Council has warned that cement, some electrical components, timber, steel and paints are all in short supply.
It blamed unprecedented levels of demand that are set to continue.
The Federation of Master Builders said that some building firms may have to delay projects and others could be forced to close as a result. Small, local builders are being hit hardest by material shortages and price rises, said chief executive Brian Berry.