Shropshire based investors join global Serchem

Three Shropshire based investors have joined global firm Serchem to work alongside and support the existing board through the next exciting stage of growth and development.

The investor team is made up of experienced corporate finance professionals including Oliver Wadlow and Simon Lloydbottom, who have joined forces with Richard Hale, after his successful and longstanding ownership of Deritend Industries.

Serchem, headquartered in Telford, Shropshire, is a designer and manufacturer of premium chemical products for both the healthcare, hospitality and catering and facilities management industries both in the UK and internationally.

The current shareholders, Alison Arnold, Commercial Director and Andrew Arnold, Technical Director remain involved on a daily basis and committed to the long-term growth of the company.

Speaking about the investment, Commercial Director Alison Arnold said: “In recent years Serchem has continued to attract an increasing level of business both in the UK and internationally, driven by its commitment to premium products and service.

“We want to not only successfully deliver on that growth but further strengthen our customer relationships and position in the market.

“As part of achieving that we have carefully selected a group of experienced investors to actively support the team, I look forward to working alongside them in this next phase of growth.” Oliver Wadlow said: “I have known Serchem and the shareholders for several years. Serchem’s commitment to quality products and service has given it an outstanding reputation, we are excited to work alongside the current shareholders to enable them to build on the strong platform they have developed.”