Thompsons Group

Thompsons Group is the UK’s leading bodybuilder for trucks working in the tipping, construction, waste and environmental services industries. Starting in East London over 50 years ago, we have built our reputation on an unwavering commitment to quality, excellence and service in everything we do. From product design and specification to manufacture, delivery and after-sales support, we continually strive not only to be the best, but to be better.

Today, more than 250 highly skilled employees work across our factories in Croydon, Blackburn, Edinburgh and Dover, producing a wide range of products that serve hundreds of customers across the UK.

Alongside our leadership in tipping and construction bodies, Thompsons Group continues to expand its presence in the waste and environmental services sector. We are committed to supporting more sustainable waste management through durable, high-performance vehicle solutions. The introduction of dedicated food waste collection trucks marks an important expansion of our product portfolio, enabling us to better support local authorities and contractors in managing organic waste streams and improving recycling efficiency.

Through innovation, engineering expertise and customer focus, Thompsons Group continues to deliver reliable solutions for an evolving industry.