What STIRLING TRAILER CENTRE LIMITED does

Stirling Trailer Centre Limited is a privately-held, single-site trailer and vehicle dealership and service centre headquartered at Unit 3, The Paddock, Stirling Agricultural Centre, Stirling (FK9 4RN), United Kingdom. Founded in June 2015 after winning the Ifor Williams distribution territory for Central, West of Scotland and Fife, the company sells, hires, services, and repairs trailers, vehicles, and towing equipment. Its core product and service mix spans new and used Ifor Williams trailers (flatbed, tipper, livestock, horsebox, box van, car transport), Overlander R240 two-stall horseboxes, TentBox rooftop tents, Witter towbar supply and fitting, and authorised INEOS Grenadier aftersales. Supporting services include NTTA-approved trailer servicing, DVSA Class 4 and Class 7 MOTs, vehicle servicing and repairs, tyre supply and fit, and Hunter wheel alignment for standard vehicles and 4x4s.

The business operates from a purpose-built 8,000 sq ft facility (2018) augmented by a 1,100 sq ft vehicle workshop (2024), with distribution channels comprising direct on-site sales, an eBay storefront, and partnerships with Ifor Williams, Overlander, TentBox, Witter, INEOS Automotive, and Milwaukee. Revenue is generated through a combination of one-time product sales (new and used trailers, horseboxes, vehicles, accessories), usage-based hire (daily, weekend, weekly, and long-term subscriptions of up to £1,250 per month for Overlander R240), and professional services (servicing from £55+VAT, MOTs, towbar fitting from £75+VAT, wheel alignment). The customer base is diversified across five primary segments: farmers/agriculture, equestrian users, contractors/trades, outdoor enthusiasts, and INEOS Grenadier owners, with promotional brand ambassadors including Lucinda Russell Racing and Wills Oakden Eventing.

The company is founder/owner-operated under Managing Director Robin Gray, with a familial link to sister company H & R Gray Haulage. No external investment, private equity, or venture capital backing is disclosed, and no parent company exists. Financials, including revenue and headcount, are not publicly disclosed, consistent with a privately-held UK small business operating under Companies House registration SC419597.

Name

STIRLING TRAILER CENTRE LIMITED

Legal name

Stirling Trailer Centre Limited

Website

https://stirlingtrailercentre.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trailer and Vehicle Dealership Services

NAICS

Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (53212), Farm and Garden Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (42382)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350), Truck Trailers (3715)

akta.pro primary industry

Trailer Pooling, Rental & Depot Services (Yard Pools, One-Way) (TLABACAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bulk & Agricultural Trailers Leasing/Rental (Hopper, Grain, Live Bottom) (TLABACAH), Livestock & Animal Transport Vehicles Leasing & Rental (TLABAEAJ)

Keywords

• Trailer sales
• Trailer servicing
• Horsebox dealership
• Towbar fitting
• Vehicle MOT testing

Headquarters

HQ city

Stirling

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Trailer Sales: Sale of new and used trailers including Ifor Williams range (flatbed, tipper, livestock, horsebox, box van, car transport), as well as Overlander R240 horseboxes. One-time product sales with margin on markup.
2. Trailer and Vehicle Hire: Rental of Ifor Williams trailers (box van, car transport, flatbed, horsebox/livestock, motorbike, tipper, unbraked) and Overlander R240 horseboxes. Daily, weekend, weekly, and long-term hire pricing available.
3. Trailer Servicing and Maintenance: NTTA-approved trailer servicing, routine safety inspections, accident damage and insurance claims, tyre supply/fit/balancing. Servicing prices from £55 + VAT for single axle unbraked trailers up to £192.50 + VAT for tri axle trailers.
4. Vehicle MOTs and Servicing: Class 4 (cars, small vans) and Class 7 (larger goods vehicles) DVSA-approved MOT testing station. Also offers vehicle servicing, repairs, air con recharge, tyre supply and fit, wheel balancing, 4x4 accessory supply and fit.
5. Towbar Supply and Fit: Supply and professional fitting of Witter towbar systems (fixed flange, detachable flange, fixed swan neck, detachable swan neck, retractable) for trailers and horseboxes.
6. Parts Sales: Sale of IWT Genuine Parts for Ifor Williams trailers, INEOS Grenadier accessories, TentBox products, and Milwaukee tools.
7. Used Vehicle Sales: Sale of used vehicles and pickups including AUDI Q7, VW TIGUAN R-LINE, and MINI COUNTRYMAN COOPER.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Stirling Trailer Centre sells new and used Ifor Williams trailers (flatbed, tipper, livestock, horsebox, box van, car transport), Overlander R240 two-stall horseboxes, used vehicles, TentBox rooftop tents, and related parts and accessories. It also hires out trailers and horseboxes, and delivers trailer servicing, vehicle servicing, Class 4 and Class 7 MOTs, accident repairs, towbar supply and fitting, and Hunter wheel alignment from its Stirling Agricultural Centre workshop.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ifor Williams Trailers (New and Used) Sale of new and used Ifor Williams trailers across flatbed, tipper, livestock, horsebox, box van, car transport, and plant variants to farmers, contractors, equestrian users, and leisure customers in Central, West of Scotland and Fife.
• Overlander R240 Horsebox Sales New Overlander R240 two-stall horsebox sales as the sole Scottish Overlander Horsebox dealership, targeting equestrian customers including professional racing yards and event riders.
• Used Overlander Horsebox Sales Sale of used Overlander horseboxes to equestrian customers through the company's used stock channel.
• Trailer Hire Rental of Ifor Williams and other trailers (box van, car transport, flatbed, horsebox/livestock, motorbike, tipper, unbraked) on daily, weekend, and weekly hire terms for individuals and small businesses.
• Overlander R240 Horsebox Hire Rental of Overlander R240 two-stall horseboxes on daily, weekend, and long-term (6 or 12 month minimum) hire terms for equestrian customers, with VAT and insurance included.
• NTTA-Approved Trailer Servicing and Maintenance NTTA-approved trailer servicing including routine safety inspections, accident damage and insurance claim work, and tyre supply, fit and balancing, with tiered pricing by axle type.
• DVSA Class 4 and Class 7 MOT Testing DVSA-approved MOT testing for Class 4 vehicles (cars and small vans) and Class 7 vehicles (larger goods vehicles and commercial vehicles) at the Stirling workshop.
• Vehicle Servicing, Repairs and Air Con Recharge General vehicle servicing, mechanical repairs, air conditioning recharge, tyre supply and fit, wheel balancing, and 4x4 accessory supply and fit for cars, vans, 4x4s, and commercial vehicles.
• INEOS Grenadier Aftersales Service Authorised INEOS Grenadier aftersales servicing, maintenance, and repairs carried out by trained technicians, including supply of genuine parts and accessories for the Grenadier model line.
• Witter Towbar Supply and Fitting Professional supply and fitting of Witter towbar systems (fixed flange, detachable flange, fixed swan neck, detachable swan neck, retractable) with electrical kit integration for trailer and horsebox tow vehicles.
• Hunter Wheel Alignment Service 4-wheel alignment service using Hunter wheel alignment equipment to align trailers, 4x4s, and standard vehicles to manufacturer specifications, with minor adjustments included.
• TentBox Rooftop Tent Range Sale of the TentBox rooftop tent range (GO, Lite 2.0, Lite XL, Classic 2.0, Cargo 2.0) to outdoor enthusiasts, with on-site display and 5-year warranty support.
• IWT Genuine Parts and Accessories Sales Sale of IWT Genuine Parts for Ifor Williams trailers, INEOS Grenadier accessories, Milwaukee tools, and Thule products via the parts department and eBay shop.
• Used Vehicle Sales Sale of used cars and pickups (e.g., AUDI Q7, VW TIGUAN R-LINE, MINI COUNTRYMAN COOPER) at listed inc/exc VAT prices.

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• H & R Gray HaulagecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Sister company with shared origins. Initially shared premises at Bandeath Industrial Estate, Throsk (2015-2018). Both companies are under the leadership of Managing Director Robin Gray and are involved in joint community initiatives such as the TayFitness Thornhill 10K charity fundraiser.
• Ifor Williams TrailerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial Ifor Williams distributor/dealer for Central, West of Scotland and Fife, awarded in June 2015. Sells the full range of Ifor Williams trailers (flatbed, tipper, livestock, horsebox, box van, car transport) and the complete IWT Genuine Parts catalogue. Also partnered on charitable initiatives such as donating an HBX506 horsebox for EGS research fundraising.
• Drysdale Trailer CentreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSub-Distributor relationship under the Ifor Williams dealership, directing customers to Drysdale Trailer Centre for certain territories or products.
• Royal Highland Educational Trust (RHET), Perth & KinrossminorGTM or Marketing PartnerStirling Trailer Centre provided a free custom-modified trailer to RHET for transporting educational resources including the 'Daisy' fibreglass cow and interactive materials for farm visits, classroom talks, and food & farming outreach events. Hundreds of children expected to benefit annually.
• Moredun Foundation Equine Grass Sickness Fund (EGSF)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerStirling Trailer Centre and Ifor Williams Trailers jointly donated an Ifor Williams HBX506 horsebox to an online fundraising raffle for Equine Grass Sickness research. The initiative raised just over £15,000. Managing Director Robin Gray attended an RHET meeting where the campaign was presented.
• British Horse Society ScotlandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerStirling Trailer Centre hosted a comprehensive Trailer Safety Day at its facilities in collaboration with British Horse Society Scotland. The event covered DVSA regulations, towing tips, trailer maintenance workshops, crime prevention (SPARC), and 3.5T horsebox checks.
• Bogenraith EquestriancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew partnership announced August 2024 between Stirling Trailer Centre/Overlander Horseboxes and Bogenraith Equestrian to promote sales and hire of Overlander R240 two stall horseboxes. Bogenraith's equestrian facilities bring large footfall and Overlander brand exposure. Both companies share commitment to equine transport safety.
• INEOS AutomotivecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStirling Trailer Centre secured the Aftersales and Service centre contract for the INEOS Grenadier in 2023. The contract led to further expansion with a new 1,100 sq. ft. vehicle workshop. The company provides servicing, maintenance, and full range of parts and accessories for Grenadier owners.
• Witter TowbarscoreTechnology or IntegrationStirling Trailer Centre is a Witter and Westfalia towbar fitting specialist. Offers supply and professional fitting of the full Witter range including fixed flange, detachable flange, fixed swan neck, detachable swan neck, and retractable towbars, with electrical kit integration.
• TentBoxcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial TentBox reseller, announced October 2024. Stocks and sells the full TentBox rooftop tent range (Cargo, Classic, GO, Lite 2.0, Lite XL) with a display stand on site and 5-year warranty support.
• MilwaukeeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProud Milwaukee stockists, offering a range of high-quality tools and equipment. Partnership reflects dedication to providing best-in-class products to customers.
• H & R Gray HaulageminorGTM or Marketing PartnerJoint participation in TayFitness Thornhill 10K event to raise £10,000 for Beatson Cancer Charity (JustGiving page: HRG STC is fundraising for Beatson Cancer Charity). Combined resources for maximum fundraising impact.
• Overlander (manufacturer)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSole Scottish Overlander Horsebox Dealership for Overlander R240 two-stall horseboxes. Also partners with Overlander brand ambassadors including Lucinda Russell Racing and Wills Oakden Eventing to promote the product within the equestrian community.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Ifor Williams Trailers: UK's leading trailer manufacturer and primary brand partner of Stirling Trailer Centre; comparable because it sets the dealer economics, product range, and competitive framework within which the dealership operates.
• Nugent Engineering: Irish/UK trailer manufacturer with a UK dealer footprint selling plant, livestock, and utility trailers; comparable as an alternative premium trailer brand whose dealer economics and product range overlap with Ifor Williams offerings.
• Cartwright Trailers: Major UK trailer manufacturer offering commercial, specialist, and bespoke trailer solutions with a dealer/service network; comparable as a broader industry incumbent whose products and dealer economics shape Stirling Trailer Centre's market context.
• Brian James Trailers: Established UK trailer manufacturer with a national dealer network selling plant, cargo, and car transport trailers; represents the broader competitive supply pool that Stirling Trailer Centre competes against when customers cross-shop brands.
• Bateson Trailers: UK-based trailer manufacturer producing plant, livestock, and general purpose trailers distributed through a UK dealer network; comparable as another premium trailer brand whose dealers compete with Stirling Trailer Centre for the same agricultural and contractor customers.

Others

• TentBox: Direct-to-consumer rooftop tent brand sold via online channels and select resellers; comparable because Stirling Trailer Centre is an official TentBox reseller (announced Oct 2024) with on-site display, and TentBox's product range, pricing, and channel strategy directly shape the company's outdoor/leisure revenue line.
• Westfalia-Automotive: Manufacturer of premium towbars and towing electrical systems; comparable because Stirling Trailer Centre is a Witter/Westfalia towbar fitting specialist, and Westfalia's towbar technology, pricing, and training programs directly shape the company's towbar revenue stream.
• Overlander Horseboxes: Manufacturer of premium horseboxes including the R240 two-stall model that Stirling Trailer Centre exclusively distributes in Scotland; comparable as the upstream brand partner whose product strategy, pricing, and promotional support directly drive the dealership's equestrian revenue.

Regional players

• Halfords Autocentres: National UK vehicle servicing, MOT, and parts retailer with extensive geographic coverage; comparable because Stirling Trailer Centre's MOT (Class 4 & 7), vehicle servicing, and parts operations overlap with Halfords' core offering, though Halfords does not focus on trailers or premium brands.

Direct peers

• Drysdale Trailer Centre: Sub-distributor under Stirling Trailer Centre's Ifor Williams dealership; a fellow Scottish trailer dealership selling the same Ifor Williams range with comparable sales, hire, and service offerings in an adjacent territory.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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