Makita UK is celebrating 50 years of trading in the UK.

With over 100 years of heritage, 2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of Makita’s first UK office. For half a century, the company say they have forged a strong presence in the UK with a national network of distributors and merchant partners, as well as investment into four purpose-built factory service centres and training facilities throughout the UK.

Makita's Tongwell offices
 
Kevin Brannigan, marketing manager at Makita said, “We are delighted to be marking our 50th year of trading in the UK. We are incredibly proud of what we have been able to achieve since 1972 - and the vast array of cordless products and new technologies that we can offer tradespeople to aid their productivity and efficiency on site.”
 
To mark its 50th anniversary, the company say they will be announcing a number of promotions and product launches throughout the year.