Close Brothers Vehicle Hire offers a comprehensive range of vehicle solutions including vehicle rental, contract hire, finance solutions, and fleet management services. As part of the Close Brothers Group plc, we are a leading independent service provider renowned for our impartial and expert services tailored to a diverse clientele including SMEs, PLC Blue Chips, and regional operators.

Leveraging our independence and extensive experience, we provide innovative commercial vehicle finance arrangements:

• Operating Lease: Ideal for businesses looking for vehicles without the desire for ownership.
• Hire Purchase Plus: Combines the benefits of hire purchase with added flexibility.
• Hire Plan: Customisable plans suited to short-term and variable needs.
• Contract Hire: Fixed-term, fixed-cost vehicle hiring with no residual risk.
• Daily Rental: Flexible day-to-day vehicle hiring as required.
• Sale and Leaseback: Convert your owned fleet into a leased fleet to free up capital.

Holman stands as the world's largest family-owned provider of fleet services, combining global reach with local insight. We offer comprehensive, fully outsourced solutions for finance leasing, vehicle management, and electric vehicle integration, prioritising customer service, transparency, and effective cost management.

Our extensive fleet management services are designed to alleviate your operational burden, allowing you to concentrate on your primary business activities. By leveraging our deep knowledge in vehicle management, we ensure your fleet operates efficiently and effectively.

Navigating the complexities of disruptive technologies and resource limitations can be challenging. Holman’s holistic approach guarantees your fleet investments are fully optimised, supporting your drivers from procurement through to resale.

Our four-phase fleet management model – Purchase, Operate, Maintain, and Dispose – aligns seamlessly with your organisational goals, converting every phase of the lifecycle into opportunities for value creation and enhanced profitability.

We aim to streamline your operations, minimise lifetime expenses, and ensure uninterrupted business mobility.

In an era where traditional wired broadband falls short, Cradlepoint leads the way with its cloud-controlled LTE and 5G routers and adapters. These innovations usher in a Wireless WAN (WWAN) era, empowering businesses with the agility, reliability, and security needed to connect a diverse array of operational needs. From remote sites and vehicles to IoT devices and mobile workers, Cradlepoint's WWAN solutions unlock new possibilities for enhancing experiences, enabling modern workstyles, and driving superior business outcomes.

The landscape of your industry is evolving rapidly. Cradlepoint's WWAN technology is at the forefront, revolutionising how businesses connect:

For sectors reliant on internet-dependent transportation and vehicle fleets, flawless wireless connectivity is non-negotiable. Cradlepoint’s NetCloud Service for Mobile, alongside its edge routers, activates the full potential of LTE and 5G WWAN fleet connectivity. This ensures seamless access to critical applications—ranging from IoT on long-haul trucks to POS systems and guest Wi-Fi in taxis, alongside GPS and telematics in service and delivery trucks. Cradlepoint's solutions empower IT departments and fleet managers to enhance customer service, streamline operations, and achieve cost savings

Founded in 2015, Meridian Vehicle Solutions Ltd is an independent firm offering flexible and competitive vehicle leasing options on both fixed and flexible terms, without the hefty early termination fees commonly associated with contract hire.

Meridian Vehicle Solutions offers Short-Term Business Leasing, a flexible solution with customisable term lengths, ideal for businesses requiring frequent vehicle updates.

Given that each business is unique, flexible vehicle leasing options are essential in today's dynamic and rapidly evolving environment. Short-term car leasing provides the ability to swiftly adapt to changing business conditions. We proudly offer a variety of short-term leasing solutions from Hemel Hempstead to Milton Keynes and Watford, providing convenience and adaptability. This service is perfect for addressing interim demands, seasonal peaks, or brief business expansions, and is also suitable for temporary staff, including those on probation or international secondments.