# DGP Materials Handling acquires Lothian Mechanical Handling

DGP Materials Handling, a Scottish forklift sales and hire company, has acquired Blackburn West-based Lothian Mechanical Handling. The deal was announced on 15 January 2026.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-01-15
- Where: Blackburn West, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Status: announced
- Products: forklifts, forklift sales, hire and repair
- Sectors: [Material Handling](https://endata.com/sectors/material-handling.md)

## Companies

- [DGP Materials Handling](https://endata.com/companies/89662.md) (acquirer)
- [Lothian Mechanical Handling](https://endata.com/companies/89663.md) (target)

## Sources

- [forkliftaction.com](https://www.forkliftaction.com/news/dgp-materials-handling-expands-with-acquisition.aspx?n=31953), 2026-01-14: "This exciting step brings together two companies that share a strong alignment in culture, values, and vision."

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