Proquip, a cornerstone of the New Zealand cleaning supply industry for over 40 years, is excited to announce that as of October 1, 2024, the majority shareholding of the company will be acquired by Abco, a leading supplier of cleaning products, equipment, and services based in Australia.
Kerry Boon, Managing Director of Proquip, shared his enthusiasm for this transformative development. “I am delighted to bring this exciting news to our valued customers. This acquisition by Abco marks a significant milestone for Proquip. Since our origins as a brush ware supplier in the automotive hub over four decades ago, we have grown into a highly recognised market leader in the cleaning supply industry, operating from state-of-the-art facilities in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.
With Abco’s extensive resources and expertise, we are set to enhance our product range and services even further. This transition will introduce many new products, services, innovations, and technology while maintaining our commitment to the highest level of service and quality you have come to expect from us.”
James Bagshaw, Managing Director of Abco, also expressed his excitement about the acquisition and expansion. “We are thrilled to extend our successful operations from Australia into New Zealand through this partnership with Proquip. This expansion aligns perfectly with our strategy to enhance our market presence and complement Proquip’s established reputation. By integrating our expertise with Proquip’s industry-leading position and several decades of collective experience, we aim to deliver even greater value and drive continued innovation. We will also be launching some game-changing digital innovations for the industry in 2025, which we will be launching across both countries”
Proquip has been a beacon of excellence and innovation in the cleaning supply sector, underpinned by a strong fiscal position and a culture of continuous improvement. The company’s commitment to customer satisfaction and staff training ensures that Proquip remains a highly recognized and trusted market player.
The acquisition by Abco represents a new chapter in Proquip’s storied history, promising expanded capabilities and enhanced service offerings. Customers can look forward to benefiting from this partnership as Proquip continues to grow and evolve.
Proquip and Abco will be exhibiting at the CleanNZ Expo in Christchurch on 6-7 November and look forward to discussing what value this new partnership can bring to your business. We will also be introducing the innovative Streamline brand from the UK at the show, who provide high level pressure washing, window and roof cleaning equipment, to the New Zealand market.
About Proquip:
Proquip has been a leading provider of cleaning solutions in New Zealand for over 40 years, offering a comprehensive range of products and services from its modern facilities in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch. The company is dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions and exceptional customer service, supported by a culture of continuous improvement and nearly 100 years of collective industry experience. For more info about Proquip visit: www.proquipnz.co.nz
About Abco:
Abco is Australian-owned and operated, with over 25+ years of experience as a trusted supplier for contract cleaners, Building Service Contractors, Facility Management Service companies, and a range of other industries across the country. Abco provides innovative cleaning products, equipment and technology all supported by their distribution and innovation centres in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney, along with a network of company-employed delivery drivers and service technicians. For more information about Abco visit www.abcopro.com.au