29 Years Strong: Celebrating a Milestone and Driving Forward

Vertical Vendors • 5 September 2025

29 Years Strong: Celebrating a Milestone and Driving Forward

September 1st marks a significant day for us here at Vertical Vendors. It's the beginning of our 29th financial year, a testament to the hard work and dedication that began when we started trading back on September 1st, 1997. We were established in May of that year, with trading kicking off on this very day.


In an industry that’s constantly changing, 29 years of continuous business isn’t just a number—it’s a promise. It shows that we’re a company you can rely on, built on a foundation of experience and a deep understanding of the manufacturing sector. We're not "fly-by-night"; we’re a well-established partner with a proven track record. This experience allows us to provide innovative solutions that help our clients—from global brands like Coca-Cola and Red Bull to major retailers like Spar and Tesco —achieve their goals.


Speaking of driving forward, we're thrilled to announce the latest addition to our fleet: a brand new 7.5-tonne lorry. This investment increases our delivery capacity, ensuring we can get our durable, British-made display units to you even more efficiently. Our units are manufactured right here in the UK in our in-house assembly facility, and we've been manufacturing everything ourselves for all 29 years.


We're incredibly proud of this milestone and excited to see what the next 29 years will bring. Here’s to a future of continued partnership, innovation, and growth. We will share photos of the new lorry once it arrives.


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