Tue, 21 Oct 2025 | BUSINESS SALE
Hallmark Manufacturing Limited, a Stoke-on-Trent-based sheet metal manufacturer, has been acquired out of administration in a pre-pack deal. The firm fell into administration on October 13, with Simon Farr and Anthony Collier of FRP Advisory appointed as joint administrators.
Immediately following their appointment, the joint administrators completed a pre-pack sale of Hallmark Manufacturing’s business and assets to newly incorporated company Hallmark Fabrication, a wholly-owned subsidiary of TAL Holdings.
The deal is part of TAL’s strategy of using M&A to enhance its engineering capabilities, while supporting the UK manufacturing sector. The company recently completed another rescue, acquiring North West-based fabrication business Thomas Storey Fabrications in a pre-pack deal in June 2025.
Prior to its collapse, Hallmark Manufacturing had been operating for more than 20 years, providing services including laser cutting, CNC robotic bending, CNC punching, welding and finishing paint.
However, the company encountered significant financial challenges amid a drop in revenues and an increased cost base. This led to the firm facing sustained pressure on its cashflow and ultimately resulted in the appointment of the joint administrators.
The pre-pack sale includes all of the business’ key assets and will ensure continuity across its operations. The deal also secures the roles of all 18 employees at the firm, with all staff transferring to the buyer.
Simon Farr, joint administrator and restructuring partner at FRP, said: "Hallmark Manufacturing has been a longstanding operator in the UK sheet metal sector but, like many in the industry, faced a challenging trading environment and was subject to ripple effects from elsewhere within the supply chain.”
"We're pleased to have secured a sale that preserves jobs and provides continuity for customers and suppliers.”
In accounts for the year to March 31 2024, Hallmark Manufacturing’s fixed assets were valued at slightly over £838,000 and current assets at approximately £702,000. Net liabilities, however, exceeded £275,000.
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