With roots tracing back to 1868, this is the firm’s third funding round from UKSE with previous support enabling a management buy-out (MBO) in 2015 when then general manager, Danny Rooney, solely acquired the business.

Mr Rooney and his team received further backing from UKSE in 2019. This facilitated a move to a larger base at Ibrox Business Park, doubling the company’s footprint to 10,000 sq ft and enabling a higher stock capacity.

The latest round of funding will fuel Reid Brothers UK’s purchase of additional laser printing machines, driven by a surge in customer demand for bespoke security seals. The firm, supplying a range of sectors such as food and drink, oil and gas, timber, steel, manufacturing, freight and scaffolding industries, also aspires to extend its customer base south of the border, furthering its expansion plans.

With a current staff of nine, Reid Brothers UK aims to increase its workforce by at least three over the next year, recruiting for customer service and laser machine operator roles.

Mr Rooney, now managing director, said: “With more than 154 years of experience, the success of Reid Brothers UK comes down to the strong relationships that we have built with customers.

“Whilst that relationship is testament to the high-quality products and customer service we provide, the backing from UKSE at landmark moments has provided us with the confidence to continuously grow and diversify.”

He continued: “Moving to our new premises in the height of the pandemic was challenging for obvious reasons however we are pleased to have settled in well, whilst simultaneously maintaining sustainable growth.

“The beauty of having larger premises is that we are able to stock a larger range of products which often have long lead times if ordered online. Subsequently, this continues to attract large customer bases and the funding from UKSE will significantly help our ability to stock new products and maintain business stability.”

Scott Webb, Regional Manager at UKSE, said: “Reid Brothers UK is a prime example of a successful company that has worked with UKSE to accelerate its ambitions and go from strength to strength.

“Having interjected funding support at various milestones since 2015, I am pleased to see Danny and his team diversify the firm whilst continuing its long-standing commitment to providing unrivalled customer support in a niche market.

“We are looking forward to continuing our relationship with the team and wish them all the best as the business embarks on its next chapter.”