RNS Number:8352T
Brandon Hire PLC
05 January 2004


                                Brandon Hire PLC
                Acquisition of Ilford Plant Hire & Sales Limited

Brandon Hire PLC ("Brandon Hire"), the fast-growing tool hire company based in
Bristol, today announced the acquisition of the business of Ilford Plant Hire &
Sales Limited ("Ilford Plant") for #450,000, payable in cash. Ilford Plant has
two branches in Chelmsford and Rainham, Essex.

Commenting on the acquisition Charles Skinner, Chief Executive, said: "We are
pleased to have acquired this well-established business which further
strengthens our position in the South East. It will be an excellent platform
from which we can continue to build our business in Essex and East London."

Enquiries:

Brandon Hire PLC:

Charles Skinner Chief Executive 07966 234075
Chris Sims Finance Director 0117 971 9119

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