Apta became part of AMES UK earlier this month, announcing they were acquired by The AMES Companies on 2 December. AMES (www.ames.com) has a long history dating back to 1774 and is excited about expanding its presence in the UK market, with Apta joining its other UK businesses: Kelkay, La Hacienda and Anchorfast.

AMES itself forms part of Griffon Corporation (NYSE: GFF), a diversified U.S. public company with a turnover of over $2.2billion that conducts its business within the Home and Building Products, Consumer and Professional Products, and Defence Electronics markets.

Apta has grown its business significantly in recent seasons to establish itself as the leading supplier of planters and accessories to the UK garden centre market. The present management team will continue to run the business, with Paul Sykes (pictured above) remaining as Managing Director.

Paul said: “This is a terrific development for our business, and we have great confidence that the many employees, customers and suppliers of Apta will benefit from our new ownership structure. As part of the global AMES team, we are well positioned to continue to grow via a strengthened supply chain and broadened product portfolio."

For further information please contact Apta on 01233 621090.