NEWRY-based accident management company Crash Services is to open a new branch in Derry city centre as part of an expansion plan that will create five new roles.
The company experienced significant growth in business over the last two years, with cases handled increasing by nearly 20 per cent, and it now handles an estimated one in every six non-fault accidents in Northern Ireland.
Staff numbers within the business, founded 23 years ago, will rise to 88 when recruitment is complete in June, an overall rise of 12 since last year.
Chief executive Jonathan McKeown said: “We are well established in the accident management sector, helping motorists all over Northern Ireland from our existing offices in both Belfast and Newry.
“Our service is hugely appealing to motorists. We aim to get drivers back on road as quickly and with as little hassle as possible.
“We have been considering opening a Derry office for some time now and are delighted to have secured premises in a prime location within the city.
“We have several existing long-term relationships with car repairers, motor dealers and insurance brokers in the area and we hope to establish new partnerships with local businesses over the coming months.”
Crash says the new roles will include fleet manager, driver/valeter, administration and claims staff.
