Company Research Report: QuickBlock Limited

Company Overview

• Name: QuickBlock Limited

• Mission Statement: To empower individuals everywhere to build with QUICKBLOCK by offering a sustainable building solution that reduces waste and supports a circular economy, thereby creating a greener future.

• Founded: The concept was born in 2013. The company has evolved significantly since then.

• Founder(s): The original concept, initially called FastForm, was developed by a small group of Scottish inventors in the Middle East in 2013.

• Key People:

• Andrew Vincent, CEO

• Marc Britovsek, Product Manager

• Jennifer Tervit, Marketing Manager

• Kim McLaren, Head of Operations

• John Dornan, Head of Business Development

• Bryan Anderson, Business Development Manager

• Ryan Ritchie, Business Development Manager

• Nicole Doyle, Marketing Assistant

• Ewan Power, Product Assistant

• Headquarters: Unit D, 15 Whitehouse Road, Springkerse Industrial Estate, Stirling, FK7 7SP, UK

• Number of Employees: As of June 2024, the team has 9 employees.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: QuickBlock is known for creating an innovative modular building block system made from 100% recycled plastics, developed for exceptional ballistic and blast protection, providing sustainable and rapidly deployable infrastructure solutions.

Products

• QUICKBLOCK Modular System

• Description: A modular building block system designed for rapid deployment and assembly without the need for specialized tools or trades. It is made entirely from 100% recycled plastic.

• Key Features:

• Easy to assemble: "Open, click, build."

• Fully recyclable and made from recycled materials.

• Offers solutions for a variety of sectors including Defence, Security, Humanitarian Aid, and Commercial.

• Available in two colors, grey and green, with custom color options available.

• Specific Components:

• Full QUICKBLOCK: 457 x 229 x 229 mm, 1.3 kg

• Half QUICKBLOCK: 229 x 229 x 229 mm, 0.8 kg

• Quarter QUICKBLOCK: 229 x 229 x 114 mm, 0.5 kg

• Capping Panel: 457 x 229 x 28 mm, 0.36 kg, available for full and half blocks.

• Pins and Clips: Used to secure blocks and capping pieces for additional structural stability.

Recent Developments

• New Products and Features:

• QUICKBLOCK Shelter: Launched in August 2024 at Camp Roberts, California, US. This represents a significant milestone in providing emergency shelter solutions.

• QUICKBLOCK Shelter Windows & Doors: The first manufactured prototypes were completed in June 2024.

• Defence Infrastructure Trials: December 2023 troops trials took place, testing QUICKBLOCK Defence blocks for military applications.

• Ballistic Testing: Conducted in October 2023 on plastic blocks with sand infill, emphasizing the system's potential for defensive applications.

• Partnerships:

• Sir Tom Hunter Scale Up Programme: Joined the programme in May 2024, aiming at business expansion through mentoring and support.

• Investment Rounds: Secured £1.3 million investment in January 2024 from Equity Gap, University of Strathclyde, Scottish Enterprise, and via DASA Defence Innovation Loan.

• Operational Changes:

• Manufacturing Move: Relocated manufacturing from China to Yorkshire, UK in January 2024 to enhance sustainability and address shipping challenges.

• Expansion and Growth:

• Participated in various innovation and scale-up programs, including the MSIP Elevator Programme and Unlocking Ambition programme.

This structured report aims to give a comprehensive analysis of QuickBlock Limited based on available data. Further financial details and additional market analytics could offer enhanced insights into QuickBlock's competitive positioning and growth trajectory.