About us
Pioneering Modern Tank Solutions
Since the 1880s
We are experts in a range of tank services, including tank and vessel cleaning, bespoke industrial cleaning, waste disposal, fuel tank maintenance and fuel tank decommissioning.
Our customers operate across all sectors, and our services are widely used in the defence, refinery, distillery, food and beverage, marine, wastewater and oil and gas industries.
Our skilled team have the knowledge and experience to provide safe, efficient, and innovative solutions, while we continually invest in our modern, state-of-the-art tanker fleet to tackle even the most challenging projects.
We work to a set of guiding principles based on customer understanding and trust, team working, people development, customer satisfaction and continual improvement.
To discover more about Merkland Tank services, contact us to discuss your specific needs at enquiries@merklandtank.co.uk or stay up to date by subscribing to our newsletter.
Our Management Team
Kirsty McIntyre
Managing Director
Steven Jackson
Technical Director
Joe Alderson
Operations Manager
Stuart Chalmers
Business Development Manager
Our Vision & Values
Our Vision:
- We will be aspirational
- We will be sustainable
- We will value our strong relationships
- We will focus on our culture
- We will invest and continually develop
Our Values:
- We understand our customers
- We look out for each other
- We know what we're doing
- We go above and beyond
- We strive to improve
Capability Statement
It provides a clear overview of our services, highlights key projects that demonstrate our technical capability, and reflects the vision and values that guide our work every day. This section also outlines our industry accreditations, alongside our dedication to continuous training and development, ensuring we consistently deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality solutions for our clients.
Our History
Founded in 1880 the Merkland philosophy has always associated tradition and innovation.
The 1960s, however, marked significant expansion for us as we recognised the burgeoning industrial opportunities within the UK. The company broadened its horizons and capabilities by diversifying into tank cleaning.
During 2005, Merkland Tank & Boiler Co. (Est. 1967) and James Muir & Sons (Est. 1880) were re-located due to the new developments at Partick riverside.
Consequently, a new company – Merkland Tank – was formed to continue trading in the tradition and philosophy of the original two companies.
In 2017, Glasgow-based investors Nevis Capital completed the acquisition of Merkland Tank from Robbie Horne, the third-generation owner who had been leading the business for more than 35 years.
Since then, the business has continued to grow and develop, led by Managing Director Kirsty McIntyre and with the ongoing support from Nevis.
Combining commitment and expertise has enabled Merkland Tank to continually offer services based on confidence and trust, values we still hold to this day.
“As a business we have a tremendous heritage from the original ship servicing works to steel work contracts, and have become a leader in our field due to the quality and dedication of our outstanding team.
The Nevis team have brought an ambition to take the business through its next stage of development and have helped us to grow the business and to diversify into new markets.”
Kirsty McIntyre, Managing Director, Merkland Tank
