SAMUEL Grant Group has completed the acquisition of Transport Packaging Solutions (TPS).
The move follows the unfortunate passing of TPS owner Terry Hughes in September 2024. TPS specialises in steel strapping and export container packing solutions, both of which are tipped to complement and expand Samuel Grant Group’s established operations.
The steel strapping and polyester strapping, strapping tool sales and maintenance, along with dunnage bags for export container stability, will all be delivered by Samson Pallet Stability (SPS) in Sheffield, part of the Samuel Grant Group.
“We are excited about this acquisition and the opportunity to bring together two highly complementary businesses,” said Andrew Grant, group MD of Samuel Grant Group. “Transport Packaging Solutions has an outstanding reputation, and we are honoured to continue Terry Hughes’s legacy. This takes SPS’ expertise in sustainably securing heavy and potentially dangerous loads to a higher level.”
Julie-Anne Hughes, the daughter of TPS founder Terry, added, “It’s clear to see that the Samuel Grant Group’s values and culture are very similar to TPS and therefore we’re an excellent fit. You can tell that they are very family orientated, and this is echoed throughout all their employees. My dad built a family-focused company, and our long-standing employees are testament to the opportunities he provided for people. We remain very grateful for everything he created for the family and the team, and we think he’d be proud to see this continued by Samuel Grant Group.”
