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Clarke Chapman, the specialist materials handler, today announced that it has acquired the assets of locomotives builder Clayton Equipment Ltd.
Going forward, the company will be known as Clayton Locomotives Ltd and continue operations from the same premises in Burton-on-Trent from 8th January, 2026.
Stephen Plant, managing director of Clarke Chapman commented: “We are delighted to have completed the purchase of Clayton, the business compliments Clarke Chapman‘s rail activities perfectly. Both companies were for many years part of Rolls-Royce in the past and are now reunited under Langley ownership”
Steve Gretton, managing director of Clayton Locomotives said “I would like to congratulate Langley Holdings on the successful acquisition of the assets of Clayton Equipment Limited. This marks an important milestone and presents a strong platform for future growth. We very much look forward to developing the Clayton business and to playing our part in the continued success of Clarke Chapman as part of the wider Langley group. This acquisition represents a positive step for the business; its customers, its suppliers and its people, and we are excited about the opportunities ahead.”