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Managed site clearance and decommissioning

Full scope from instruction to empty site
Director-led throughout
Nationwide coverage
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What is managed site clearance and decommissioning?

When a factory or industrial site closes, the asset sale is only part of what needs to happen. Equipment needs to come out, documentation needs securing, demolition may need coordinating, and the site needs handing back on time and in the right condition.

BTG Eddisons Asset Sales manages the whole process under one instruction. We have acted as Principal Contractor under CDM Regulations, coordinated the removal and transport of retained assets, arranged demolition quotes, and organised the shredding of sensitive documentation alongside the sale itself.

Whether the closure is planned or insolvency-driven, we structure the process around your deadline and handle every stage from the initial valuation through to site handback.

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300+

auctions conducted yearly

£6.2m

worth of lots sold last year

26,000+

buyers in our network

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What can a managed site clearance deliver?

Whether you are closing a metalworking or woodworking workshop, a food production facility, or an industrial site of any scale, a professionally managed clearance delivers more than most clients expect:

  • Maximum value from your assets – Assets marketed to a network of more than 26,000 registered buyers achieve stronger prices than an informal or restricted disposal.
  • A single point of contact – Valuation, sale, buyer collection, physical clearance, and decommissioning coordination are all handled under one instruction. You do not need to manage multiple contractors.
  • Deadline certainty – The clearance programme is built around your lease expiry, handback date, or insolvency timetable from the point of instruction.
  • A documented audit trail – Full records of the marketing undertaken, buyer pool reached, and prices achieved support creditor reporting for insolvency practitioners and lenders recovering secured assets.
  • Solutions for everything on site – Assets that do not sell are not left behind. We find suitable solutions for any remaining items, so the site is handed back empty.
  • CDM compliance – Where CDM Regulations apply, we can act as Principal Contractor, taking on formal responsibility for managing health and safety across the clearance.

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Buying assets from insolvency and liquidation sales

Insolvency and liquidation sales offer buyers access to plant and machinery, commercial vehicles, catering equipment, retail stock, office equipment, and more, typically at below replacement cost. Stock comes directly from businesses in formal insolvency processes, so the range of assets available varies with each sale.

To bid, register on our auction platform and browse current lots. Assets may be sold by online auction, tender, or negotiated sale, depending on what delivers the best outcome for the insolvency practitioner. Each lot page sets out the applicable sale method and terms.

Assets are sold as seen, so we strongly recommend attending a viewing before bidding. Contact us to arrange a viewing time for any lot you are considering. Payment and collection terms vary by sale and are set out on each lot page.

Why choose BTG Eddisons Asset Sales for insolvency and liquidation sales?

BTG Eddisons Asset Sales handles insolvency-instructed disposals across all formal processes, working to tight timescales and delivering the clear documentation practitioners need to support creditor reporting. Here is what we bring:

  • A buyer network of more than 26,000 registered contacts for targeted outreach.
  • Online auction, tender, or negotiated sale, whichever method delivers the best outcome for your estate.
  • Full post-sale reporting to support your creditor obligations.
  • Director-led from instruction through to site clearance.
  • Five-star rated on Reviews.io by sellers and buyers.
  • A proven track record of success across many sectors.
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Buy or sell liquidation and insolvency assets today

If you are an insolvency practitioner or business looking to dispose of assets under a formal insolvency process, our team can advise on the right disposal route and manage the sale from instruction through to site clearance. Contact us using the form below to discuss your requirements.

Alternatively, if you want to purchase plant, machinery, vehicles, or equipment from insolvency and liquidation sales, browse our current lots and register as a buyer to start bidding today.

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Eddisons boasts a national presence, with offices located throughout the UK.

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Tel: 0333 200 2041
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2nd Floor, 10 Wellington Place, Leeds, LS1 4AP

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Author: Kevin McAndrew

Regional Director

“BTG Eddisons Asset Sales simplifies the liquidation auction process with expert guidance at every step. From valuing assets to attracting serious buyers, our streamlined approach ensures maximum returns for sellers and confidence for buyers.”

About the author

Kevin leads our southern region from our Canary Wharf office and is a member of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers, specialising in the valuation and sale of insolvent businesses and their assets for insolvency practitioners across the UK.

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