North-east Scotland-based engineering specialist, Brimmond has announced a 74% increase in turnover for the year 2023 - 24, reaching £11.4m, far exceeding the forecast of £10m.
Situated in Kintore, Aberdeenshire, Brimmond specialises in the design, manufacture, rental and repair of lifting, mechanical and hydraulic equipment for industry.
High-value contract wins across multiple sectors have contributed to the exceptional financial position. Brimmond’s marine crane division, headed up by Paul Dingwall, has generated over £2million since April this year alone.
Contracts won include a 5-year service contract with British Antarctic Survey (BAS) for crane servicing and engineering support on the Royal Research Ship (RRS), Sir David Attenborough. The company’s largest service contract to date will see Brimmond become the main hydraulic contractor for refit periods, working across the ship’s Rosyth and Harwich bases.
Another contract sees a long-term six-figure rental of the company’s largest marine crane to assist with the P&A decommissioning campaign of the Thistle Alpha platform.
Established as a family business 28 years ago by Alistair Murdoch, Brimmond is based at a purpose-built facility located on 2.5 acres of land in Kintore. Last year, the business invested £250k in a 1300ft² extension which is a dedicated area for fabricating and welding.
Managing Director of Brimmond, Tom Murdoch, said, “Whilst we anticipated growth for the company over the past financial year, the extent of that growth has far exceeded our expectations. I am extremely grateful to our incredible team for their hard work and commitment to delivering exceptional equipment and services, as well as welcoming new team members and helping train them to the highest standards of the ‘Brimmond way’.
“Over the past year we have recruited into every aspect of the business, from support services to engineering and apprentices to leadership; we are committed to increasing both our capability and capacity.
“For any SME exceeding the £10m turnover mark and surpassing a headcount of 50 is a significant milestone. Brimmond’s performance over the past financial year is one I am immensely proud of.”
