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We’re thrilled to announce the acquisition of Gemini Accident Repair Centres Limited

Written by Sotos Georgalli | 02 July 2024

We’re thrilled to announce the acquisition of Gemini Accident Repair Centres Limited and extend a warm welcome to all our new colleagues joining us. This acquisition includes all 38 sites of Gemini, expanding our footprint from Edinburgh to Cornwall.

Founded in 2008 by Tim Hopkins, Gemini has grown from a single-site operation to a semi-national network, renowned for its dedicated customer relationships and innovative training and apprentice programs. Through their unique repair proposition, providing unparalleled levels of service to their highly valued core client relationships, they have established an outstanding and successful business model. Their repair process will further enhance our mutual client relationships and performance, developing and improving client experience delivery across the UK.

Dave Sargeant, Managing Director, and Phil Coleman, Finance Director, are remaining with the business and will join the Steer Leadership Team which will help to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of service. Both will continue to play crucial roles within Gemini, bringing their expertise and commitment to thelarger group.

“We are proud to welcome Gemini's exceptional team into the Steer family. Gemini's innovative repair proposition and steadfast dedication to outstanding service have set an industry benchmark. Their business model, which consistently delivers top-tier service to their valued clients, will greatly enhance our operational capabilities. This acquisition strengthens our commitment to service excellence across the UK, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the automotive repair sector and continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.” said Richard Steer, Chief Executive.