Victorian trailer manufacturer, Chris’s Body Builders (CBB), has announced a strategic partnership as part of its growth and expansion strategy, with new arrangements taking effect 1 July.

Selling a stake in a 35-year-old company to a group of Australian investors – all bringing diverse, complimentary experience – CBB CEO, founder and remaining shareholder, Chris DeBono, said this is a strategic move to secure the future of one of Australia’s few remaining home grown and operated manufacturing businesses.

“After 35 years in the business, it is time to set our sights on the future amid a rapidly changing manufacturing industry,” said DeBono. “It is for this reason that our new partnership is great news for our customers, partners and the wider transport industry.”

The new partnership will focus on growing the CBB product offering, increasing market penetration and service offerings.

DeBono will continue in his position as CEO, while his brother, Anthony DeBono, will continue in his position as National Operations Manager.