On 1st April 2026, the business of BritChem Ltd formally transferred to Hodgson Sealants Ltd as part of a planned reorganisation within the Hodgson Sealants Group.
If you’re a customer and want to understand what this means for you, our Sales & Marketing Director, Kevin Powell, has answered the most common questions below …
What has actually changed – and why?
The BritChem and Hodgson Sealants teams are now operating under one company: Hodgson Sealants Ltd. This has been a planned move to simplify how we work internally and to make things easier and more consistent for our customers. Both businesses have always shared the same values and commitment to quality; this change brings them formally under one roof.
Will anything change for me as a customer?
The short answer is that day-to-day, very little changes for you. The Heckmondwike site isn’t going anywhere, and the people you know are still here. What you’ll notice over time is a smoother, more joined-up experience: one main point of contact for customer service, quicker and more consistent processes, better coordination across both sites, and clearer financial administration.
Is the Heckmondwike site closing?
No. The Heckmondwike site remains open and fully operational. No staff changes are taking place there as a result of this reorganisation – it’s business as usual on the ground.
Do I need to update how I place orders or get in touch?
From 1st April 2026, all orders and correspondence should go through Hodgson Sealants Ltd at our Beverley site. You can reach the team on +44 (0)1482 868321, or by email at sales@hodgsonsealants.com for orders and accounts@hodgsonsealants.com for invoicing queries.
I’ve worked with the BritChem team for years – will that relationship still be there?
Yes. This is a legal and structural change, not a people change. The expertise, knowledge and relationships you’ve built with the BritChem team carry forward into Hodgson Sealants Ltd. We’re combining strengths, not replacing them.
What if I have more questions?
We’re here to help. Get in touch with the team directly and we’ll be happy to talk you through anything – whether that’s a specific order, an admin query or just a general conversation about what this means for your account.
Thank you for your continued support of both businesses. We look forward to working with you as one united team.
