Electrolux Professional, a leading UK provider of catering and laundry equipment, has officially launched a new innovative service to their B2B customer base. Express Finance, created in partnership with Shire Leasing, is a pioneering service that allows kitchens to acquire replacement equipment in as little as 24 hours!
Offered across the Express Range of catering equipment, Express Finance is a tool that offers a business customer prompt finance decisions from Shire Leasing coincided with a 24 hour delivery service from Electrolux Professional, subject to credit status and acceptance. With a high level service from both partners, kitchens can begin using the business critical equipment the next day without having to experience large upfront costs or damage their cash flow.
Darren Lockley, Head of Region for UK & Ireland at Electrolux Professional, commented on the partnership, “Well over half of people we asked as part of our research said they would buy on finance given the option. Through Electrolux Express Finance, we are offering a comprehensive solution for when chefs and caterers most need it, and we hope that this service will be the perfect tool for those in need of a fast and reliable replacement.”
This new initiative helps to reduce down-time of regular business activities, by offering a budget-friendly lease method to acquire replacement equipment quickly. Express Finance will be made available to UK businesses by Electrolux’s nationwide network of resellers and will tackle untimely issues that kitchens face in the catering industry.
National Account Manager at Shire Leasing Plc, said of the programme, “Our partnership with Electrolux Professional has created a step forward in the catering and hospitality industries. Express Finance offers a simple solution to kitchens that require equipment urgently and Shire Leasing can support these businesses through our flexible finance solutions.”
