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Haulage Crisis Claims Kintore Firm | Aberdeen News
Aberdeenshire haulage firm VG Mathers Limited has entered liquidation, axing seven jobs as it closes its doors after years of battling soaring fuel and insurance costs, mounting vehicle maintenance expenses, and broader industry pressures. The company, founded in 1968 by Colin Mathers’ father, also offered repair services — now shuttered amid a UK-wide crisis affecting around 400 road haulage firms this year. Director Colin Mathers warns this is a symptom of a collapsing sector, while liquidator Michael Reid confirms the closure reflects systemic strain. The focus now is on managing the…
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