Accessen Group acquires UK Service Lifts as part of its access and lift expansion plans
Access and lift solutions specialists, Accessen Group has acquired UK Service Lifts, a company that specialises in installing, maintaining, modernising and servicing service lifts for various businesses.
Accessen Group, founded in 2021 by Phil Rice and Oliver Mellor and headquartered in Peterborough, has made the first acquisition as part of its plan to build a portfolio of complimentary life services companies in the UK.
Stairlift and platform lift supplier Anglian Lifts is part of its portfolio. Phil Rice started Anglian Lifts in June 2021 at the height of the pandemic and has since grown it to be a leading player in the consumer market.
The acquisition of UK Service Lifts is a strategic move that will allow Accessen Group to expand its lift services portfolio to the business-to-business service and goods lifts markets.
By combining the expertise and resources of the two companies, the group hope to provide a wider range of service and access solutions.
UK Service Lifts was founded by John Elbro and has been operating since 2009, delivering service lifts for shopping centres, department stores, banks, pubs restaurants and industrial settings, as well as offering installation, maintenance, repair, and upgrade services.
John Elbro, outgoing owner of UK Service Lifts, commented: “I’m delighted to announce the sale of my business to Accessen Group. Their enthusiasm and genuine care for my legacy and people made the decision easy.
“The whole process from the initial approach to the transition was smooth and respectful. I couldn’t have asked for better buyers.
“Their energy and passion for the industry are contagious, and I have no doubt that they will continue to nurture and grow the business.
“It is an honour to pass the torch to Ollie and Phil, and I have complete confidence in their ability to steer the company towards even greater success.
“Their vision for expanding the portfolio and building upon the strong foundation will undoubtedly propel UK Service Lifts Ltd into a prosperous future.
“I am particularly pleased that Tricia Naylor will remain ensuring continuity and a seamless handover. I couldn’t have asked for better successors to carry forward the company’s legacy.”
Phil Rice, Managing Director, Anglian Lifts added: “Accessen Group are excited about this new partnership and the opportunities it will bring for our companies and our customers.
“We believe that by joining forces, we will be able to deliver more services to more clients with the same ‘doing it right’ ethos started by the Anglian Lifts team. We look forward to working together with UK Service Lifts and growing our business in the UK and beyond.”
