Ritchie Bros. UK has partnered with Walters Group, a leading UK-wide construction, quarrying, and civil engineering company, for its 2025 Fleet Renewal initiative. This collaboration underscores Ritchie Bros.’ ability to provide tailored, multi-platform solutions for large-scale asset disposition.
Walters Group, renowned for its extensive fleet of high-value equipment, including articulated dump trucks, wheeled loaders, and dozers, has selected Ritchie Bros. UK for a strategic, multi-faceted approach to its fleet renewal. This decision reflects the company’s confidence in Ritchie Bros.’ global reach, diverse sales platforms, and expertise in maximising asset returns.
“We were seeking a partner who could offer more than just a traditional single auction,” said Huw Richards, Group Chief Operating Officer at Walters Group. “Ritchie Bros. presented a bespoke strategy that perfectly aligned with our needs, leveraging their timed auctions and Marketplace-E. Their understanding of our requirements, combined with their successful track record, particularly with the Plantforce disposal sale, made them the ideal choice.”
The partnership is built upon a long-standing relationship between the two companies, spanning over 30 years. “Our business thrives on long-standing relationships, and that is exactly what we have with Ritchie Bros.,” Richards emphasised. “Mr. Walters, the founder and chairman of our company, was very comfortable with this partnership and confident in our shared history and values.”
The first phase of the Walters Group’s Fleet Renewal will feature 25-30 units, including mid-size wheeled loaders, articulated dump trucks, and rigid dump trucks, in the Ritchie Bros. UK March auction, scheduled for March 26th and 27th. These units will be sold off-site from Walters Group’s yard in Avonmouth (Rockingham House, Smoke Lane, Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 0YA).
“We are delighted to partner with Walters Group for their 2025 Fleet Renewal,” said Rupert Craven, UK Sales Manager at Ritchie Bros. UK. “This partnership highlights our ability to tailor auction strategies to meet the unique goals of our clients. With our global presence and diverse sales channels, we are confident we can deliver exceptional results for Walters Group.”
Buyers interested in participating in the March auction can register online and browse the continuously updated equipment catalogue. Sellers looking to consign their equipment can contact the Ritchie Bros. UK team via this form.
