17.04.2026

Vp full year trading statement

UK based rental group Vp - owner of UK Forks, MEP and Brandon Hire Station - has issued a trading statement for the year to the end of March 2026, suggesting a 15 to 28 percent pre-tax profit improvement, before exceptionals.

It said: “Strong long term opportunity remains despite a challenging near term market. Despite tough market conditions, the group continues to see long term drivers of demand across its core sectors.”

“Within the infrastructure sector, electricity transmission continues to see growth and strong demand in both the UK and other parts of Europe. Rail activity is steady but subdued, with good visibility on future project pipelines. There are positive lead indicators in water as we enter Year 2 of AMP8, supporting our confidence in an improvement in revenues for this year.”

“Within the construction, the specialist construction market remains supportive, particularly in London and Ireland. Housebuilding remains subdued, but with stronger prospects as Homes England’s Social and Affordable Homes Programme 2026 to 2036 commences.”

“The immediate impact of the Middle East conflict has been limited to higher fuel costs, which has been largely mitigated through customer pricing.”

The new chief executive, Alice Woodwark, added: “Vp has continued to deliver a disciplined performance and good strategic progress. Our focus on infrastructure-led markets, operational efficiency and digital delivery positions us well to navigate the near term environment and build long term sustainable value.”

Vp will publish its full year with revenues etc.. on the 11th of June