Executive Summary
Headlam Group, a business engaged in the distribution and supply of floorcoverings, was established during the 1990's by a series of acquisitions in the UK and Continental Europe. The Group holds a unique position in the distribution of floorcoverings to the UK's independent retailers and contractors. Headlam is the largest supplier and has maximised its presence in the market's many geographic and product segments by successfully operating through 42 trade brands. Due to the way the UK floorcovering distribution market operates, there is much to be gained from operating a portfolio of regional trade brands whose success is based predominantly on a reputation for excellent local service. Headlam's national trade brands have allowed it to achieve leading positions in a variety of product and market sectors where UK wide distribution is key to achieving success. Each of the Headlam trade brands enjoys the benefit of having its own dedicated management team enabling them to concentrate on meeting the particular needs of their customers. Each brand team is supported by the Headlam Group's facilities and systems to ensure a consistent level of service and delivery. Headlam operates its Continental European network from three key sites. Lethem-Vergeer is based in Zutphen, a town located in the Eastern part of the Netherlands and supplies the whole of the Dutch market with residential floorcoverings. - The national French distributor La Maison du Sol (LMS) operates from two main warehouses, with nineteen regional branches servicing the customers' requirements for residential and commercial flooring. - Belcolor the Swiss distributor of residential and commercial flooring is located in St. Gallen in East Switzerland.
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