Stuart Group

What Stuart Group does

Stuart Group Limited is a privately-held UK power generation and water management equipment distributor founded in 1980 (firmographics list 1982) and headquartered in Shropham, United Kingdom, with 51–100 employees and a nationwide depot network. The company distributes new diesel and gas generators (11 kVA to 850 kVA+, with Stage V compliant models) under a 40-year authorised FG Wilson dealership — the largest in the UK — alongside an authorised distributorship for Xylem Godwin Dri-Prime pumps. It sells complementary equipment including light towers, fuel storage tanks, power distribution equipment (GEK distribution boxes), industrial hoses and fittings, and surge/used inventory across multiple manufacturers (Perkins, Cummins, Volvo, CAT, Broadcrown, Stephill, HGI, Generac, Tsurumi, Worthington Simpson, Hidrostal, Selwood, Harland, Pramac).

The business operates across two wholly-owned subsidiaries that extend its footprint: Stuart Power (rental generators, hybrid/battery solutions, rental pumps, tower lights) and Stuart Wells (dewatering, groundwater and ground remediation systems, plus geotechnical materials for the drilling industry). Revenue is generated through unit-level hardware sales of new and used equipment, aftermarket genuine parts (FG Wilson, Perkins, Xylem Godwin), ancillary consumables, installation services, well services, and equipment rentals. Pricing is published per unit (ranging from approximately £650 for small consumables to £26,000+ for used pumps and larger generators, with new high-voltage and Pramac hybrid units on request), and customers can access finance through a Credo Capital Finance partnership for which Stuart Group itself is FCA authorised for secondary credit broking.

Customers are distributed across five named verticals — construction (primary), mining and quarrying, events, industrial manufacturing, and drilling — serviced through a sales-led direct model: an e-commerce product catalogue, a phone sales desk (+44 (0) 1953 454540), trade credit accounts, and physical depots, with shipping and certification for international export. Marketing is minimal and product-catalogue driven (website listings, newsletter, Trustpilot reviews); the company's competitive position rests on the FG Wilson/Xylem Godwin authorised dealer authorisations, the breadth of UK stock, and 44 years of operating history rather than digital marketing or technology differentiation.

Name

Stuart Group

Legal name

Stuart Group Limited

Website

https://stuartgroup.ltd.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Stuart Group Limited is a UK-based authorised distributor of FG Wilson generators and Xylem Godwin pumps, supplying new and used equipment, spare parts, installation, well services, and rental to construction, mining, events, industrial, and drilling customers via nationwide depots.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (33361)

SIC

Motors & Generators (3621), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Power & Energy Equipment Rental/Leasing (Generators, Light Towers, Compressors) (TLABAFAG)

Keywords

• Generator distribution
• Pump distribution
• Diesel generators
• Dewatering services
• Power equipment supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Shropham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Generator Sales: Sales of new and used diesel and gas generators ranging from 11 kVA to 850 kVA+, including FG Wilson branded products and other manufacturers (Perkins, Cummins, Volvo, CAT, Broadcrown, Stephill, HGI, Generac)
2. Pump Sales: Sales of new and used water pumps, submersible pumps, dredging pumps, fire pumps, and borehole pumps from manufacturers including Xylem Godwin, Tsurumi, Worthington Simpson, Hidrostal, Selwood, and Harland
3. Parts & Spares: Aftermarket sales of genuine FG Wilson and Perkins parts, service filters, air filters, fuel filters, Racor filters, pump parts, and surplus/used parts
4. Ancillaries & Consumables: Sales of hoses, fittings, light towers, fuel tanks, power distribution equipment, transfer panels, generator control panels, and geotechnical materials
5. Well Services: Specialist dewatering services and geotechnical materials including wellscreen, bentonite, filtering materials, piezometers, and pumping equipment

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Stuart Group distributes new and used diesel and gas generators (primarily FG Wilson, 11 kVA to 850 kVA) and water pumps (Xylem Godwin, Tsurumi, Worthington Simpson, Hidrostal, Selwood, Harland, Flygt), supported by genuine parts, light towers, fuel tanks, hoses and fittings, and power distribution equipment. The company also delivers specialist dewatering and well services (via Stuart Wells), equipment rental (via Stuart Power), installation services and finance options brokered through Credo Capital Finance.

Product overview

Stuart Group Ltd is a leading UK equipment supplier operating as a unified portfolio of products and services for power generation and water management applications. The core offering centres on FG Wilson diesel and gas generators (new and used, 11 kVA to 850+ kVA) and Xylem Godwin Dri-Prime pumps (new and used), supported by comprehensive parts and spares programs for both brands. These principal product lines are complemented by ancillary equipment including Pramac battery storage units, light towers, fuel tanks, power distribution equipment (GEK distribution boxes), and industrial hoses and fittings. The company extends its portfolio through related divisions: Stuart Wells for well services and dewatering solutions, and Stuart Power for equipment rentals. Installation, finance (via Credo Capital), and trade account services tie the product ecosystem together, enabling customers to procure, install, and finance their equipment needs through a single supplier relationship spanning over 44 years of operation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Stuart Wells: Well services division specializing in dewatering, groundwater and ground remediation systems, and geotechnical materials supply for the drilling industry.
• Stuart Power

Products and services

• FG Wilson Generators New diesel and gas generators under the FG Wilson brand, ranging from 11 kVA to 850 kVA, including Stage V compliant models, sold to construction, industrial, events and infrastructure buyers across the UK and internationally.
• Used Diesel Generators Pre-owned diesel generators from brands including Perkins, Cummins, Volvo and CAT, available across capacity ranges from 6 KVA to 1250+ KVA, sold to buyers seeking cost-effective power equipment.
• Pramac Battery Storage Units Hybrid battery storage units from Pramac supplied for power backup and energy storage applications, complementing conventional diesel generation.
• Xylem Godwin Pumps Authorised distribution of the full Xylem Godwin Dri-Prime diesel engine pump range, including CD-Series Hushpac pumps, supplied for water management and dewatering applications to construction, mining and industrial buyers.
• Used Water Pumps Pre-owned water pumps, including submersible, air-driven, borehole, fire and dredging pumps, from multiple manufacturers, available at competitive pricing for industrial and construction buyers.
• Generator Parts and Spares Genuine FG Wilson and Perkins parts including service filters, air filters, fuel filters, Racor filter elements, control panels, alternators and surplus parts sold to operators maintaining generator fleets.
• Pump Parts and Spares Genuine spare parts, kits and consumables for Xylem Godwin, Xylem Lowara and Xylem Flygt pumps supplied to operators maintaining pumping equipment.
• Hoses and Fittings Industrial hoses (PVC, poly pipe, wire armoured, layflat and high-pressure) plus fittings (Bauer couplings, strainers, hose clamps, sluice valves, MDPE fittings) supplied to construction and industrial customers.
• Light Towers Mobile lighting towers (new and used) for construction sites, events and industrial applications from manufacturers such as Generac and Pramac.
• Fuel Tanks New and used fuel storage tanks supplied for generator fuel management and backup power system applications.
• Power Distribution Equipment Portable distribution boxes (including GEK power boxes), plugs, sockets, connectors and transfer panels for flexible power distribution in construction, industry, mining and events.
• Installation Services Professional installation services for generators, pumps and associated equipment delivered to commercial and industrial buyers purchasing equipment from Stuart Group.
• Well Services (Stuart Wells) Specialist dewatering, groundwater and ground remediation services using well pointing systems and deep wells, together with supply of geotechnical consumables (wellscreen, bentonite, filtering materials, piezometers, pumping equipment) to drilling and construction clients in the UK.
• Rental Services (Stuart Power) Equipment rental of generators, hybrid solutions, pumps, hoses, tower lights and power accessories operated through stuartpower.co.uk for short- and long-term hire by construction, events and industrial customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 44 years of experience serving global customers
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• FG WilsoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorised FG Wilson dealer for 40 years, the UK's largest authorised distributor for FG Wilson. Offers full range of FG Wilson generators, lighting towers, power distribution and genuine parts. Status as trusted dealer shown with FG Wilson Authorised Dealer logo.
• Xylem GodwincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorised distributor for Xylem Godwin products in the UK, offering the full range of Dri-Prime diesel engine pumps. Selection of CD-Series Hushpac pumps available from stock. Status as trusted Xylem Godwin Dealer shown with Xylem Authorised Dealer logo.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Morris Site Machinery: UK manufacturer and supplier of lighting towers, power distribution, and site equipment. Direct comparable given similar customer base (construction, events) and overlapping product range (light towers, distribution equipment).
• Power Electrics: UK-based specialist in generator sales, rental, and servicing. Closest direct comparable to Stuart Group given overlapping product mix (diesel generators, lighting towers), UK focus, and dual sales/rental model.
• Dawsongroup: UK-based supplier of specialist equipment including power solutions and pumps via subsidiary brands. Direct peer for Stuart Group's sales + rental motion in the UK industrial/construction market.

Broad incumbents

• Speedy Hire: UK-listed equipment rental provider with broad fleet including generators, pumps, and lighting. Overlaps with Stuart Power on rentals and with Stuart Group on ancillary equipment sales to construction.
• Xylem: Owner of the Godwin, Flygt, and Lowara pump brands that Stuart Group distributes. Sets product strategy and pricing for Stuart Group's pump business and competes as a direct supplier on larger water-management projects.
• Caterpillar (FG Wilson): Owner of the FG Wilson generator brand that Stuart Group distributes. Comparable as the upstream OEM and as a competing direct sales channel; sets pricing, product roadmap, and dealer economics for Stuart Group's largest product line.
• Atlas Copco Power and Flow: Global manufacturer of compressors, generators, pumps, and lighting towers. Overlaps with Stuart Group's full product portfolio across generators, pumps, and lighting, competing on both equipment sales and rental fleet supply.
• Sunbelt Rentals UK: Major UK rental operator (part of Ashtead Group). Competes with Stuart Power on temporary generators, pumps, and lighting towers across construction and industrial customers.
• Aggreko: Global leader in temporary power and temperature control rentals. Comparable through Stuart Power's rental operations and competing head-to-head on UK construction and event power, but far larger and globally diversified.

Emerging players

• Pramac: Generac-owned manufacturer of generators and battery storage. Comparable through Stuart Group's existing Pramac partnership on hybrid solutions and battery storage units, and a competitor in the same product categories.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/stuartgroup_ltd
• Facebookfacebook.com/stuartgroupltd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stuart-group-ltd

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 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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