Salko UK opens new electrical plant hire depot in Balkholme
Posted by: electime 26th November 2025
Salko UK, a national full service mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering provider has announced the opening of its new electric plant hire warehouse in Balkholme, near Goole.
The investment marks a major step forward in the company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation across multiple sectors and disciplines. Brett Dainton, previously Technical Engineer at Clarks Vehicle Conversions in Doncaster, has been appointed Stores Manager for the depot, managing the facility’s inventory alongside Pete Myers, Facilities Supervisor.
The new bricks and mortar facility will enable M&E contractors to hire sustainable lighting and electrical plant equipment, including small transformers, extension leads, and fully electric LED lighting systems.
All products are 100 percent electric, delivering improved reliability, safety and energy efficiency whilst significantly reducing environmental impact.
As well as electrical plant hire, the depot is equipped with specialist welding tools and facilities. Clients can utilise the welding expertise on site with Salko UK’s team.
Georgina Wilkinson, Chief Financial Officer at Salko UK explains: “Customer feedback has been central to this investment. While electrification of the vehicle fleet has been a big priority, more widely, the market has been calling for more modern, efficient electric plant hire options and we’ve listened.
“Our new Balkholme site will provide M&E specialists with easy access to the latest equipment – all designed to reduce power consumption and support our clients’ decarbonisation goals.”
Conveniently located close to the high-profile industrial sites on the Yorkshire coastline, Salko UK has invested significantly in brand-new state of the art electrical packages, ensuring every item undergoes rigorous in-house testing and quality checks before being made available to customers.
This expansion also supports Salko UK’s wider sustainability strategy, which includes reducing emissions across sector operations and investing in renewable energy infrastructure.
The company is also planning additional upgrades at its offices, including solar panels and electric vehicle charging facilities.
Georgina adds: “We see plant hire as a real opportunity for growth and by providing reliable, sustainable and cost-effective hire options, we’re helping customers meet modern efficiency standards without increasing project costs.”
The Balkholme warehouse strengthens Salko UK’s operational footprint and reinforces its position as a forward-thinking partner to M&E specialists seeking greener, more reliable power solutions.
For more information, visit: www.salko.co.uk
