Our History

For decades, Jofson has supported businesses with reliable forklifts and no-nonsense service. Built on trust, hard work, and long-term relationships—we’ve grown alongside our customers and never lost sight of what matters.

key milestones

1977
Jofson Limited Incorporated
A family-run forklift business is born. Incorporated on 15 April 1977, Jofson Limited is launched by Malcolm Moore in Birmingham, laying the foundation for a service-oriented materials handling company.
1977
Early–Mid 1980s
Engineering Excellence with Lansing Bagnall
Trusted for rebuilds, respected for quality. Malcom’s daughter Rachel joins the business, as Jofson earns a reputation for rebuilding forklift trucks, working closely with Lansing Bagnall to deliver durable service quality.
Early–Mid 1980s
Late 1980s
Strategic Shift to Mitsubishi
Trusted for rebuilds, respected for quality. Malcom’s daughter Rachel joins the business, as Jofson earns a reputation for rebuilding forklift trucks, working closely with Lansing Bagnall to deliver durable service quality.
Late 1980s
1992
Appointed Official Mitsubishi Dealer
Exclusive regional partner. Formalising its long-standing alignment with Mitsubishi, Jofson becomes the official main dealer for Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks in the West Midlands, securing exclusive rights in the region.
1992
1996
Rachel Takes Ownership
Leadership passes from father to daughter. Rachel acquires Jofson from her father, Malcolm, as he steps down as Director. This transition marks the beginning of a new chapter focused on growth and long-term investment, whilst remaining focussed on engineering and service excellence.
1996
2004
First Mitsubishi Dealer of the Year Award
National recognition for outstanding performance. Under Rachel’s leadership, Jofson receives its first Mitsubishi UK Dealer of the Year award for excellence in sales and service.
2004
2005
Acquisition of Archway Handling (Telford)
Expanding regional support. Jofson acquires Archway Handling, retaining its team to bolster service coverage and technical presence in Shropshire.
2005
2008
Aftersales Dealer of the Year
Service excellence continues. Jofson wins the Mitsubishi Aftersales Dealer of the Year award, reflecting their commitment to long-term customer support.
2008
2009
Dairy Crest Contract Delivered in Partnership
Major national contract sets future direction. Jofson partners with Kin Limited to deliver 130+ Mitsubishi forklifts to Dairy Crest – a collaboration that would lay the foundations for Kin’s acquisition.
2009
2010
Second Dealer of the Year Award
National recognition following major contract success. Jofson is once again named Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks Dealer of the Year, recognising its outstanding performance in large-scale project delivery and customer service.
2010
2012
Third Dealer Award & Launch of RDD Enterprises Ltd
Professional alignment and importer independence. Jofson wins its third Dealer of the Year. That same year, Rachel forms RDD Enterprises Ltd, becoming the official UK importer of Mitsubishi and supporting Jofson and aligned dealerships.
2012
2013
FLTA Leadership
Industry leadership acknowledged. Director Geoff Martin is appointed Chairman of the Fork Lift Truck Association, representing Jofson's commitment to sector-wide excellence.
2013
2014
Manchester Depot Opens
Northern expansion with Martin oversight. Jofson inaugurates a 27,000 sq ft depot in Manchester’s Trafford Park—expanding reach in the North-West and North Wales.
2014
2015
Founding of Endeavour Forklifts
A new Mitsubishi dealer joins the network. Endeavour Forklifts is founded as a Mitsubishi-authorised dealer in South Yorkshire, managed by Jason Reynolds. In 2022, it becomes part of the RDD Enterprises group, joining Jofson and others in a growing network of aligned dealerships.
2015
2018
Investment in Bristol Forklifts
Strategic growth through RDD. RDD Enterprises supports an investment in Bristol Forklifts, strengthening the group’s presence in the South-West with another experienced Mitsubishi dealer.
2018
2019
Acquisition of Alto Handling
Strategic growth through RDD. RDD Enterprises supports an investment in Bristol Forklifts, strengthening the group’s presence in the South-West with another experienced Mitsubishi dealer.
2019
2020
Kin Limited Becomes Jofson North Ltd
Unified branding in the North. Following its acquisition, Kin Limited is rebranded as Jofson North Ltd, bringing the northern operation under a single identity and aligning service standards across all regions.
2020
2022
Mitsubishi Logisnext Realigns via RDD
Strengthening the importer–dealer framework. Global manufacturer Mitsubishi Logisnext formalises its UK partnership with RDD Enterprises Ltd, establishing it as the official importer and strategic hub for the Mitsubishi dealer network across the UK.
2022
2024
Formation of Jofson Holdings Ltd
Legacy secured, growth enabled. Jofson Holdings Ltd is created to consolidate ownership and provide long-term stability for the business, supporting future growth and investment across the wider group.
2024
2025
Merger: Jofson + Alto + Endeavour
Unified group, shared vision. Jofson Limited, Alto Handling, and Endeavour Forklifts formally merge to create a single, integrated organisation. The group combines decades of experience, regional expertise, and a strong service ethos built around long-term customer and employee relationships. The business is led by Jason Reynolds as Managing Director and Rachel Martin as Chief Executive Officer, with strategic support from RDD Enterprises. The merger strengthens the group’s national presence and reinforces its position as a leading independent provider of Mitsubishi materials handling solutions in the UK.
2025

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Find Your Forklift

Where will the truck mainly operate?
Operating Area
What space are you working in?
Working Space
What are you moving?
Objects Moving
How high are you lifting?
Height of Operation

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