The machinery moving specialists Vanguard VML has been acquired by the private investment company Oxygen Partners and re-branded as VIG Industrial Relocation.

The new owners plan to build on the firm’s 50-year heritage, scale up operations and open new markets in for its machine moving and industrial relocation services.

VIG Industrial Relocation will continue to operate out of its’ existing UK sites in Bridgend, Gateshead and West Bromwich serving the UK and global markets. The company specialises in moving production machinery within factories and complete relocation services to new sites. Its team of skilled mechanical and electrical engineers together with experienced project managers are well versed in installing and removing machinery and have completed thousands of successful projects in their careers.

As well as bringing fresh investment, Oxygen offers broad management experience through its directors Steve Benger and Mark Andrews. Steve has spent his entire career in industry and engineering having led several substantial businesses in the UK and Europe. Mark is a chartered accountant with many years’ experience in running the finances of many businesses across a variety of sectors.