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Equipment Finance Sponsored by Equipment Finance News Shire Leasing secures third consecutive contract with Cover Group Published: 27th October 2025 Share Shire Leasing has announced the successful renewal of its two-year contract with Cover Group, marking the company’s third consecutive partnership term following a competitive tender process. The renewed agreement ensures that Cover Group members can continue offering flexible finance solutions to their customers, enabling UK businesses to access commercial vending machines, coffee machines, water coolers, and other essential equipment in a cost-effective way. “I’m proud to continue our long-standing relationship with Cover Group,” said Dan MacKrell, Joint Head of Vendor at Shire Leasing. “Many of these partnerships span over two decades, and I believe our continued success is rooted in our commitment to service and efficiency. We’re excited to keep evolving alongside the industry and supporting members with tailored finance solutions.” The renewed agreement signals the continued importance of finance providers like Shire Leasing in helping UK small and medium-sized businesses access essential equipment amid tighter budgets and changing market conditions. Within the vending and refreshment sector, flexible funding options remain a key factor in enabling operators to invest and modernise. The extension also reflects a broader trend across the industry, where long-term partnerships are becoming increasingly vital to maintaining stability and supporting business growth across the UK. Lisa Laverick Editor - Asset Finance Connect Sign up to our newsletter Featured Stories Newsgrenke Q3 earnings double as cost control offsets higher losses Corporate Member NewsEconocom reports €2.07bn revenue for Q3 2025 YTD NewsLeasing, factoring and renting record growth in Portugal in H1 Equipment Finance