Vaculug and Triangle Tyre sign UK distribution agreement, with Vaculug now supplying Triangle’s OTR tyres across key sectors.
Vaculug Appointed UK Distributor for Triangle Tyres
Triangle Tyre is pleased to announce that, effective from November 1st, Vaculug Limited has become the distributor for its OTR tyre segment in the UK aftermarket, succeeding RH Claydon.
With this appointment, Vaculug takes a strategic position to strengthen and expand the supply of Triangle’s OTR tyres across the UK. The company will focus on key OTR sectors, including quarrying, mining, port operations, materials handling, and heavy industrial applications.
Jorge Crespo, Managing Director of Vaculug, declares, ” We are truly excited by the opportunity to enter the market with an agreement with such a leading brand. We are looking forward to building a strong relationship with Triangle and serving both our current customers as well as new ones with quality products.”
Vaculug Brings Expertise and Nationwide Coverage
Vaculug, a leading UK specialist in new and retread OTR tyres and tyre lifecycle management, will bring its operational excellence, logistics capability, and customer-focused service to enhance Triangle’s presence in the UK market.
Established in 1950, Vaculug is Europe’s largest independent retreader, producing high-quality OTR and Truck retread tyres for fleets across the UK, while offering effective and practical fleet management solutions to its customers.
Leader in sustainability, driven by a strong commitment to creating a sustainable future through environmentally friendly practices, Vaculug promotes full national coverage and efficient nationwide service.
Luca Mai, OTR Director of Triangle Tyre Europe, added, “Vaculug’s professionalism, infrastructure, and customer-driven approach make them the ideal partner for Triangle in the UK. We thank R.H. Claydon for their successful collaboration over the past years and look forward to building the next chapter of growth with Vaculug.”
Strengthening Triangle Tyre’s UK Market Growth
Triangle Tyre, since the beginning of its European operations in 2017, has heavily focused on its distribution model across Europe, appointing the most qualified operators by country and improving the brand’s reputation and visibility at all levels, including the PCR, TBR, and OTR segments.
The last few years have seen sustained growth of the brand through the introduction of new products across all business segments, participation in industry fairs, and a structured sales and marketing approach. Particularly in the OTR segment, thanks to continuous product innovation, a commitment to key original equipment, and a professional team, Triangle Tyre has consolidated a European double-digit market share over the years.
From the outset, Triangle and Vaculug will collaborate to leverage a recognised range of high-performing products and commercial activities, aiming to further expand in the British market over the coming years.
