The new Renault Master is van of choice for Beergas Direct, one of the UK’s largest independent suppliers of drinks dispensing gas solutions. In a move to create unity across the business, all of its new franchise holders will be using the Renault Master 120.35 medium wheelbase chassis, fitted with a bespoke high drop-sider.

A number of the new vehicles have been delivered so far this year, through JDS Trucks Salford, with more on order. The network is expanding rapidly, so demand is likely to be high in the coming months.

Beergas Direct specialises in providing gas cylinders and air separation systems to pubs, clubs, restaurants, hotels, social clubs and sports grounds. The company began to franchise its business at the beginning of last year and is expanding nationally.

“With our new franchise operation we wanted to present a Smart corporate image across the business whilst ensuring that our franchise operators had a good, functional vehicle, suitable for the demands of the job;” says Deepak Kotecha, Managing Director, Beergas Direct. “We have had Renault Masters on our own fleet for the last five years and have found them extremely reliable. The low loading floor height makes it easier for our employees when loading and unloading heavy gas cylinders and the Renault Master is also extremely manoeuvrable when trying to get close to limited access delivery points.”

Formed in 1997, Beergas Direct is based in Manchester with depots in Radcliffe (Manchester), Yorkshire and the Midlands. The company began to franchise its business in 2006 and now has eight franchisees across the country, with several new territories coming on board over the coming months.