FIX AUTO UK FORGES PREFERRED SUPPLIER PARTNERSHIP WITH MORELLI

Fix Auto UK has officially elevated industry distributor Morelli to one of ‘preferred supplier’ status as the network continually strives to provide its Franchise Partners with unrivalled industry services and support.

Managing Director Ian Pugh and Morelli’s National Sales Director Ruth Moring-Beale officially cemented the two companies’ relationship this week by signing a contract that ensures Morelli’s position as one of the network’s two preferred suppliers of all goods including paint and ancillaries, consumables and tools and equipment.

A key element of the agreement ensures Morelli, which has enjoyed a close working relationship with Fix Auto UK for several years, has direct access to its network of 118-fully branded repair centres through its Regional Business Management team.

Commenting on the appointment, Managing Director Ian Pugh, said: “I am delighted to say we have officially cemented a close working bond with Morelli for the greater good of our Franchise Partners.

“As our network continues to grow and mature it has become increasingly apparent that we need to further strengthen our ties with key industry suppliers if we are to maintain our high service levels. Being able to provide our Franchise Partners with access to the latest products, processes and sustainable profit options for the benefit of their businesses are at the very core of the services we provide and Morelli helps us to deliver that service.”
Ruth Moring-Beale, National Sales Director for Morelli, said: “Morelli Group is delighted to be part of Fix Auto UK’s plans for the future and to cement the bonds we already have across the network. Our aim is to bring our value-added programmes to the Franchise Partners and show the value of our partnership with the profit-driven, sustainable products and innovative ideas that Morelli are known for.”

Caption: Strong bond… Fix Auto UK Managing Director Ian Pugh (left) and Ruth Moring-Beale, National Sales Director for Morelli.

Notes to Editors:
· Fix Auto UK is part of a global franchised network of more than 780 bodyshops.
· Fix Auto UK carries out more than 150,000 body repairs per year for leading motor insurance companies, fleets, and retail customers.
· Fix Auto UK, Lyndale House, Harcourt Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WL. Tel: 0116 3265401.
· Fix Auto UK’s Portfolio of wholly owned repair centres comprises Fix Auto Daventry, Fix Auto Colwyn Bay, Fix Auto Barnsley, Fix Auto Crawley, Fix Auto Paignton, Fix Auto Liverpool South, Fix Auto Castleford, Fix Auto Newport and Fix Auto Henley-on-Thames. The Network also holds a majority share in Fix Auto Goole.
Please Note: For further information please contact Mark Richards on 07774 861596. Email: mrichards@fixauto.co.uk