Solus has opened a new repair centre in the North East, creating about 30 news jobs in the area.
Solus, which is wholly owned by Aviva and manages a third of its claims, already operates a national network of 22 bodyshops.
The new 21,500 sqft site will be developed at Hillthorn Park in Washington, with two further sites due to launched in Sheffield and Exeter as part of its expansion strategy.
Simon Smith, managing director, said: “We are extremely proud to open our new branch here at Hillthorn Park – the first site in the North East of England. By opening this centre, we can continue delivering great outcomes for our customers across the region, helping them to get back behind the wheel as quickly and as safely as possible.”
Solus welcomed
Cllr Kevin Johnston, portfolio holder for business, housing and regeneration at Sunderland City Council, added: “Solus choosing to open its first North East hub at Hillthorn Park is brilliant news for the city.
“Creating high quality, skilled jobs for local people, it further drives home the strength of the city’s automotive industry and the appealing proposition we are able to offer businesses seeking to grow their operations in the North of England.
“We are delighted to welcome them to the city and look forward to working with the company as they continue to establish roots in the city.”
