It was hard work for Andy driving during the day, then carrying out repairs in the evenings, followed by paper-work at night, however persistence paid off and eventually some substantial contracts such as the Colliers Wood Savacentre, and work for Kingston Council provided an extra impetus, and the company moved to more suitable premises in Kingston Goods Yard in 1981 expanding further with the purchase of several new lorries. A workshop was built and full-time mechanics were recruited, together with office staff, and although Andy was still often seen behind the wheel of a tipper it was now more often from choice than necessity.

The company became incorporated in 1989 and another company was started, Centurion Ltd, branching out into groundworks and plant-hire in partnership with Tim Privett. In 1993 both companies moved to more suitable premises at the gravel pit in Shepperton where they are now. The customer base gradually increased over the years and the fleet has expanded and been updated to provide a better service. (Continued ...)