Describe your remit and responsibilities as Group Procurement Manager? My role involves dealing with the various manufacturers of trucks and trailers and, more recently, bus and coach. It’s my job to negotiate the best deal for the purchase of these assets and to make sure that we are specifying the right vehicle for the many […]
Chief Executive Willie Paterson: Pushing forward after another year of growth at Asset Alliance Group
With the turn of the year, I wanted to take this opportunity to not only thank all our customers but to look ahead to what the next 12 months holds for our business. We ended 2023 on a huge high. It’s our strongest ever year and we were delighted to win the Rental, Leasing and […]
Asset Alliance Group helps Ratho Coaches lead the charge with new electric vehicle
Ratho Coaches has become the first operator in the central belt of Scotland to put an electric coach into service, after taking delivery of a new Yutong TCe12 from Asset Alliance Group. The Edinburgh-based firm added the coach as part of its sustainability drive, and to ensure compliance with the existing Low Emission Zone (LEZ) […]
Commercial Motor Award caps off strong year for Asset Alliance Group
Our Group Marketing Director Grant Law (centre) collected the prize from Phil Ashton (left), Commercial Director of TVS Interfleet, who sponsored the award, and host Paul McCaffrey. We’re hugely proud of the hard work and commitment our Contract Hire, Leasing and Rental team has put into growing our core business in 2023 – and it’s […]
Two Minutes With… Donald Wilson
Describe your responsibilities as Group Risk Director? My remit covers regulatory compliance, risk management and controls, credit, collections, legal and insurance. I work closely with Arbuthnot Latham in relation to these areas to ensure AAG meets its compliance and internal audit requirements, thus maintaining our ‘licence to operate’. Day to day, my primary responsibility is […]
Launch of bus and coach rental service as Asset Alliance Group forges ahead with ambitious growth plans
Asset Alliance Group has launched a new bus and coach rental offering to support the specific needs of UK operators, in a move that will significantly expand its market share in the sector. After providing specialist financial solutions for the bus and coach industry for more than 20 years, the company has now invested in […]
New Trafford Park base bolsters Asset Alliance Group’s presence in Northern England
Asset Alliance Group has grown its UK footprint with the opening of a new site at Trafford Park in Manchester, which becomes the main base for its rapidly expanding Asset Management Division. Strategically placed close to the motorway network, Trafford Park will allow the commercial vehicle specialist to strengthen relationships with its customers in the […]
Industry Challenges in the Commercial Vehicle Sector
The commercial vehicle sector is a crucial component of modern economies, providing the transportation backbone for goods and people. However, like any industry, it faces its share of challenges. Here are some challenges the sector faces and how we’re focusing on future-proofing our business at Asset Alliance. Rising fuel costs Fluctuating fuel prices have significantly […]
Net Zero Trends in the Commercial Vehicle Sector
As a focus on climate change grows, many industries are making significant strides toward sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. One sector at the forefront of this transformation is the commercial vehicle industry. Here’s everything you need to know about the trends and developments driving the commercial sector toward achieving net-zero emissions as we move into […]
Two Minutes With… Jordana O’Reilly, Head of Brand
Describe your remit and responsibilities? I have various responsibilities and I’m constantly juggling projects. These include developing and implementing our brand strategy, ensuring it aligns with the overall business objectives. I also oversee the development and execution of all brand marketing campaigns, including digital advertising, events, social media, and content marketing. My job involves collaborating […]