Stockbridge Racing Ltd., manufacturers and distributors of the Willans brand of motorsport harnesses, has been acquired by engineering entrepreneur Simon Perkins.
The current owner, John Fenning, set the company up in 1967 and is looking to retire and pass on the reins to someone with the same entrepreneurial flair to sustain and grow the Willans Harness business. The new owner, Simon Perkins, is no stranger to motorsport and engineering having already operated several successful engineering businesses and also an established historic racer himself.
Fenning will stay on at Willans for an extended period to ensure a smooth transition to the new owner – who enthused - “John has built up a fantastic business in Willans from its pioneering beginnings and I’m committed to developing the business further
“We’ve got some well thought out plans to help grow the Willans business, including the introduction of new products. With the worldwide distribution network John has developed, we’ll be able to take full advantage of the wider product range, ensuring the company continues to build. The company has the credentials, too, having provided harnesses to at least 15 F1 World Champions as well as champions in many other series around the world.”