Timber Distributor’s Alignment Signals Irish Growth -

A TIMBER DISTRIBUTOR is investing in the growth of its businesses in the Republic and Northern Ireland through the alignment of its businesses.

James Latham is bringing its entire Irish distribution network under its name. The move will see Abbey Woods and IJK Timber Ltd aligned with the parent company. They will also align with the business’ other Irish division, Latham Direct Timber.

The move will position the network of 12 depots and support services as one of Ireland’s largest material distributors.

James Latham first entered the Irish market in 2019, with the acquisition of Abbey Woods followed by IJK Timber Ltd in 2021. Latham Direct Timber’s direct from port operation was also established in 2021 giving the business island-wide coverage.

Abbey Woods and IJK Timber Ltd will now begin trading as one entity. It will improve internal processes, strengthen supply chains, and boost confidence in the company’s security, the company says.

Access all Ireland

The Irish rebrand will also see James Latham increase its distribution and logistical efficiency. To help achieve this goal, it has merged Abbey Woods’ Cork and Dublin depots, increasing capacity in one centrally-located hub. The business expects this will facilitate faster distribution of products to both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. James Latham will continue to maintain IJK Timber’s existing foothold in Belfast.

Andrew Wright, Managing Director at Lathams Ltd said, “Ireland is one of our fastest growing markets. This division alignment is a gesture toward how much we value our presence in the territory. The streamlined service from merged depots ensures efficient and reliable distribution across Northern Ireland and the Republic.”

Specialised Division

The Dublin and Belfast depots work closely with the ‘Latham Direct Timber Team,’ a specialised division based in Naul It focuses on supplying bulk quantities of timber direct from Dublin Port to large volume users, such as scale-housing developers, and timber & builders’ merchants.

Latham Direct Timber also has kilning facilities in Co. Kildare and a decorative timber and cladding specialist Dresser Mouldings.

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