Hull-based MKM has acquired Dumfries bathroom specialist Rob Corder Bathrooms, making it the company’s 126th branch nationwide.
The acquisition marks an expansion of MKM’s presence in the Dumfries region, with Rab Corder Bathrooms becoming ‘MKM Dumfries St Mary’s’ with full support from existing branches, MKM Dumfries and MKM Dumfries Timber, both of which originated from the acquisition of Dumfries Timber Company (DTC) Merchants Limited in 2020.
The latest acquisition was founded by Rab Corder in Castle Douglas in September 2011. Company growth saw him open the Dumfries showroom in September 2018.
The business will continue to provide bathroom design to the trade and public, benefiting from MKM’s logistics and industry experience with the addition of new brands and free local delivery services, plus investment to enhance the existing bathroom showroom, introducing a new kitchen showroom and expanding the plumbing and heating offering in the comign months.
Andrew Popple, MKM’s Business Operations Director, said: “Rab has built an outstanding reputation in Dumfries, approaching MKM in 2023 about a potential acquisition due to retirement. We are delighted to retain the whole team. This acquisition is a fantastic opportunity for MKM to further strengthen our presence in Scotland, enhancing our services with the capabilities of Rab Corder Bathrooms.”
Former owner Rab Corder has stepped down from his position as CEO with immediate effect, but all other employees remain with the business as it transitions to MKM Dumfries St Mary’s. The acquisition and expansion of the plumbing and heating services will create three new full-time jobs in the next two months.
