Scrap metal firm expands with acquisition backed by community lenders

Total Metal Recovery has expanded its operations by acquiring skip hire firm A-Z Skips, supported by funding from ART Business Loans and BCRS Business Loans.

The deal, backed by two six-figure facilities, enables the business to diversify its offering and provide a full waste management service to customers.

The acquisition safeguards seven jobs and creates additional roles, bringing total headcount to 17 across the combined business.

“The lenders took a holistic approach,” said Director Matthew Dunn, highlighting the importance of flexible financing in enabling SME growth.

The transaction reflects the role of community lenders in supporting acquisitions and working capital needs where traditional bank funding may be limited.