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That process is fully automated, so each batch is consistent with no margin for manual error.
“ Secondly, we rely on stable, local supply chains for our raw materials, so the inputs remain consistent over time. Finally, we have a highly experienced team, many of whom have been with the business for decades. Their knowledge and understanding of the products ties everything together and ensures quality at every stage.”
Growth strategy
RTU’ s current four-year plan runs to July 2027, and then the company will move into the next phase through to 2031, with a target to double revenue. A big part of what’ s enabling that ambition is having a clear, well-communicated plan.
“ We’ ve developed it collectively as a business and made sure it’ s understood across the organisation and with our wider stakeholders,”
Alan elaborates.“ Alongside that, we’ re seeing strong organic growth driven by more focused sales activity and a much more structured approach to marketing. We’ ve recently built an in-house marketing team, which is a significant investment for us, and that’ s already strengthening how we reach the market.
“ We’ ve also spent a lot of time building the plant capacity, vehicles and people needed to support expansion. On top of that, the acquisition of Colinwell, a business with a 130-year history and strong reputation, has added further strength to the group. We’ re now actively exploring further acquisition opportunities as part of our wider growth strategy.”
In terms of expansion across the UK, RTU has defined three clear pillars of growth.“ The first is focused on strengthening our existing business and increasing market share in
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