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In June 2025, Atom Scientific acquired Breckland Scientific Ltd from Phil Tomlinson. Breckland is a well-established supplier in the education sector, recognised for its strong reputation in providing chemicals and laboratory equipment.
Peter Keenan, Commercial Director, added: "We are really pleased about this new acquisition and looking forward to supporting Phil and the team in becoming a leading brand in the education sector. This acquisition marks a significant step in Atom's growth, strengthening our ability to support science technicians across the UK."
By welcoming Breckland into the Atom family, Atom is broadening their market diversity to include science & education and engaging with Breckland's commitment to STEM, supporting technicians, and inspiring the next generation of scientists. To support this growth, Atom have expanded into a new facility, adding (17,303 ft2) to an existing (34,319 ft2). This brings Atom Scientific's total footprint to 51,622 ft2 creating space for Breckland's stock and the expanding distribution team allowing them to enhance service levels and support faster delivery times for customers throughout the UK.
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