MKM moves into new premises

Independent builders merchant MKM Building Supplies has moved into its new, purpose-built offices in Hull.

The £1m office and warehouse complex will house MKM’s central support team.

The development is part of a £20m expansion plan which will see the firm expand from its current 37 UK branches in Yorkshire, Scotland, the North West, the Midlands and the South of England, creating up to 200 jobs in the process.

MKM chief executive, David Kilburn said: “As MKM has grown over recent years we found ourselves increasingly short of space and were faced with the decision to either move site, which would have been logistically very difficult, or design and build a place bespoke to our needs.

“We opted to stay on Stoneferry, where the business was founded, and create a brand new office.

“I’m extremely pleased with the result.”