Aquila Truck Centres

What Aquila Truck Centres does

Aquila Truck Centres is a privately held UK commercial vehicle dealership group operating under Aquila Group Holdings Ltd. The business is authorised as a main dealer for three complementary brands — MAN Truck & Bus UK (trucks 3.5T-44T and the TGE large van), Isuzu Trucks (3.5T-13.5T including the award-winning Grafter), and Maxus (electric and diesel vans plus the T90EV pickup) — and runs seven depot locations across the West Midlands and South West: Tipton (headquarters), Birmingham Van Centre, Gloucester, Tamworth, Worcester, Telford, and West Bromwich (used vehicles). It serves fleet operators, sole traders, petro-chemical hauliers, and government/defence customers, providing new and used vehicle sales (over 1,000 vehicles sold in the past year), manufacturer-approved servicing, DVSA-authorised MOT testing (Class 4/5/7 and HGV up to 44T), tyre fitting, tachograph calibration, and genuine OEM parts supply with over 8,000 SKUs in stock and a 97.5% first-pick availability rate.

The company's underlying operational technology comprises conventional commercial vehicle maintenance and repair infrastructure: DVSA-approved MOT testing equipment, electronic vehicle diagnostics, brake testing rigs, and Lucas Kienzle-authorised tachograph calibration systems for both analogue and digital units. Selected depots (Tipton, Telford) operate 24/7 to support fleet uptime, and the Telford facility houses the first intrinsically safe MOT bay for petro-chemical vehicles, while Tamworth is one of only a handful of MAN petro-chemical authorised sites in the UK. All seven sites are connected by a centralised parts inventory of 8,000+ SKUs enabling same-day collection or next-day UK-wide delivery.

Aquila makes money through four streams: (1) one-time vehicle sales (new MAN, Isuzu, Maxus, MAN TGE plus approved used) with finance facilitation via third-party lenders earning commission; (2) parts sales — genuine OEM and all-makes — at trade counter and via online ordering; (3) fee-for-service maintenance, repairs, MOTs, and tyre fitting, increasingly delivered through fleet maintenance agreements and service contracts; and (4) ancillary revenue including finance commissions, trailer sales (Woodford), and customer loyalty promotions. Go-to-market is a direct enterprise field sales model anchored by depot walk-ins, dedicated brand specialists (e.g., Isuzu Specialists covering Midlands & North and Gloucester & South), phone-based sales, and online enquiry capture, supported by AutoTrader listings for used inventory.

Name

Aquila Truck Centres

Legal name

Aquila Group Holdings Ltd

Website

https://aquilatrucks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Aquila Truck Centres is a UK commercial vehicle dealership group operating seven depots across the West Midlands and South West as a main dealer for MAN, Isuzu, and Maxus, providing new and used truck and van sales, manufacturer-approved servicing, DVSA MOT testing, and parts supply to fleet operators and sole traders.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vehicle Dealership

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers (42312), Tire and Tube Merchant Wholesalers (423130)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies (5010), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

General Heavy-Duty Truck & Bus Repair (Full-Service Shops) (TLAKABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Heavy-duty truck, trailer & commercial vehicle parts distribution (CRAOANAJ), Maintenance, service & repair (MSR) parts distribution (filters, belts, hoses, wipers, fluids) (CRAOANAB)

Keywords

• Commercial vehicle dealership
• Truck and van sales
• HGV MOT testing
• Commercial vehicle parts
• Fleet maintenance services

Headquarters

HQ city

Tipton

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Sales (New & Used): Sale of new commercial vehicles including trucks (MAN, Isuzu) and vans (MAN TGE, Maxus) along with used vehicle sales. Revenue generated from vehicle transactions with flexible finance options including contract hire, operating lease, hire purchase, and finance lease.
2. Parts Sales: Sale of genuine OEM parts for MAN, Isuzu, Maxus vehicles and all-makes parts for mixed fleets. Over 8,000 parts in stock with same-day collection or next-day UK-wide delivery. Trade accounts and bulk pricing available for fleet customers.
3. Servicing, Maintenance & Repairs: Routine servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and maintenance for all makes and models of commercial vehicles. Includes DVSA-approved MOT testing, tyre fitting, and emergency breakdown support. Revenue generated through service contracts, fleet maintenance agreements, and ad-hoc repairs.
4. Finance & Leasing Services: Arrangement of finance products for vehicle acquisition including contract hire, operating lease, hire purchase, and finance lease. These are facilitated through financial partners but generate commission revenue for the company.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Aquila Truck Centres is a UK commercial vehicle dealership group operating as the main dealer for MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd, Isuzu, and Maxus. The company sells new and used trucks and vans across 7 depot locations in the West Midlands and South West, supported by an integrated aftersales offering of DVSA-approved MOT testing, manufacturer-approved servicing and repairs, parts supply (8,000+ SKUs), tyre fitting, and vehicle finance arrangements.

Product overview

Aquila Truck Centres operates as a main dealer network offering new and used commercial vehicles alongside comprehensive aftersales services. The core product portfolio comprises four vehicle brands — MAN Trucks (3.5T to 44T), Isuzu Trucks (3.5T to 13.5T including the Grafter range), Maxus electric and diesel vans (Deliver 9, eDeliver 3/5/7/9, T90EV), and MAN TGE large vans — supplemented by approved used vehicles and Woodford trailers. These are supported by an integrated service layer including manufacturer-approved servicing, DVSA MOT testing (Class 4/5/7 and HGV up to 44T), commercial parts supply (8,000+ items), tyre fitting, and flexible finance options. The offering is delivered through seven physical depot locations across the Midlands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 400 truck operators supported across the UK
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Maidens of TelfordcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term strategic partnership with Maidens of Telford, a distribution service provider. Aquila built a depot on Maidens' £2 million headquarters site at Donnington Wood, providing on-site servicing and MOTs for Maidens' entire fleet of 50 trucks and 100 trailers. This partnership creates an ultra-efficient solution enabling Maidens to benefit from on-site commercial vehicle maintenance.
• MAN Truck & Bus UK LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial main dealer for MAN trucks and vans in the UK. Aquila provides authorised sales, servicing, and genuine MAN parts across their depot network. Also authorised MAN TopUsed franchise for approved pre-owned vehicles.
• IsuzucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial main dealer for Isuzu trucks in the UK, providing sales, servicing, and genuine parts for the full Isuzu range including the Grafter 3.5T and heavier truck models.
• MaxuscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorApproved Maxus dealer providing sales, servicing, and genuine parts for the full Maxus electric and diesel van range including eDeliver 3, 5, 7, 9, Deliver 9, and T90EV pickup.
• Woodford TrailersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for trailer sales. Woodford Trailers are EU Type Approved with up to 5-year chassis warranty, built in Northamptonshire. Aquila specs, prices, and supplies flatbed, Autocruiser, covered, and motorbike trailers.
• Ministry of Defence (MOD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorcester depot assists the MOD with final inspection of new vehicles, helping ensure that every MOD vehicle leaving the country has been tested to the most stringent standards for optimum efficiency in military operation and maximum safety for soldiers.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• DAF Trucks UK Dealer Network: DAF's authorized UK dealer network (including groups like Motus Truck & Van) competes directly with MAN, Isuzu franchises. Comparable commercial vehicle product mix, aftersales services, and customer base targeting fleet operators.
• Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK Dealer Network: Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK authorized dealer network operates nationally with authorized sales, servicing, and parts offerings for premium commercial vehicles. Competes for the same premium fleet customers that Aquila targets via MAN and Isuzu franchises.
• Inchcape UK: Global automotive distributor with UK commercial vehicle distribution operations. Larger and more diversified than Aquila with international backing and broader OEM relationships across premium and mass-market brands.
• Vertu Motors (Constellation): Large UK-listed (now Constellation Automotive Group) automotive retailer with historical commercial vehicle operations. Operates at greater scale than Aquila with a more diversified brand portfolio and broader geographic coverage.
• Scania UK Dealer Network: Scania's authorized UK dealer network offers premium trucks and aftersales comparable to MAN's positioning. Competes for the same premium UK fleet customers that Aquila targets via its MAN main dealer status.

Direct peers

• Motus Commercials UK: Formerly Imperial Commercials, Motus Commercials is one of the largest MAN dealer networks in the UK with multiple sites and full commercial vehicle service offering. It is the most direct competitor to Aquila given shared MAN main dealer status, multi-site footprint, and comparable aftersales, parts, and MOT capabilities.
• Marshall Commercial Vehicles: Marshall's commercial vehicle division operates multi-brand truck and van dealerships across the UK with similar aftersales service, parts, MOT, and authorized franchise model. Directly comparable in scale and product mix to Aquila's multi-brand authorized dealer network.
• Greenhous Group: UK multi-franchise dealer group operating commercial vehicle dealerships (DAF, Vans) alongside passenger car franchises. Similar geographic concentration in the Midlands, comparable service-based revenue model, and authorized franchise structure mirror Aquila's positioning.
• Pentagon Group: UK commercial vehicle and car dealer group with multi-site network. Operates commercial vehicle franchises with parts, aftersales, and MOT capabilities similar to Aquila's integrated service offering across multiple regional depots.

Others

• Sandbach Truck & Van: Sandbach Truck & Van is part of the broader Aquila Group Holdings corporate structure (Co No 09690393). Operates as a related sister entity providing commercial vehicle sales and service within the same parent group.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AquilaTruck

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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