Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Industrial Equipment & Services in Garvagh
TBF Thompson Group has been a trusted name in the automotive and plant industries across Ireland for over five decades. Established with a commitment to excellence, we represent renowned brands such as DAF, Hitachi, Bomag, and Thwaites, offering a comprehensive range of construction machinery, trucks, and specialist equipment. Our after-sales service is industry-leading, supported by state-of-the-art IT systems and a dedicated team of professionals. We prioritise continuous investment in technology and staff development to maintain our reputation for reliability and customer-centric service. With five depots across Ireland, we provide genuine parts, expert repairs, and tailored solutions for all makes and models.Our directors bring decades of sector-specific expertise, ensuring technical proficiency and strategic growth. Accredited to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, we combine environmental responsibility with operational excellence. Customer feedback drives our improvements, while 24/7 emergency support underscores our commitment to minimising downtime. From compact excavators to heavy-duty dump trucks, our product portfolio meets diverse industrial demands. This enduring focus on quality, innovation, and service values has cemented our position as a market leader in equipment supply and support.
Services
Plant Sales
Truck Sales
Parts Supply
Equipment Servicing
Fleet Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years' specialist experience in industrial equipment supply
- Our team includes manufacturer-certified technicians for all major brands
- We provide nationwide parts delivery and 24/7 emergency breakdown support
- We stock 5,000+ genuine parts for immediate dispatch
- Our depots feature state-of-the-art diagnostic and repair facilities
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
What people say
24/7 emergency support
Genuine parts availability
Expert technicians
Reliable equipment supply
Award-winning service
Services
Plant Sales
We distribute Hitachi excavators, Bomag compaction equipment, and Thwaites dumpers across Ireland. Our range includes models from 1-tonne mini excavators to 800-tonne mining machines. Expert sales consultants provide technical specifications and application advice to match equipment to customer requirements.
Truck Sales
As official DAF Trucks distributors, we offer the complete XF, XG, and XD range including electric variants. Our sales team specialises in matching vehicle specifications to operational needs, with access to demonstration models and trial periods for prospective buyers.
Parts Supply
We maintain extensive stocks of genuine Hitachi, DAF, and Cummins components at our depots. Our parts department provides same-day dispatch for 90% of orders, supported by a nationwide delivery network. Emergency parts availability is guaranteed through our 24/7 callout service.
Equipment Servicing
Our certified technicians perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on all major brands. Services include hydraulic system diagnostics, engine overhauls, and undercarriage inspections using manufacturer-approved tools and software. Preventative maintenance contracts reduce downtime and extend equipment lifecycles.
Fleet Maintenance
We offer tailored maintenance packages for commercial fleets, including mobile servicing units and depot-based inspections. Our TRP parts range covers all truck makes, while Fleetguard filters and Cummins engines receive specialist attention from factory-trained engineers.
People
Alan Espie
Managing Director
With 25 years at TBF Thompson, Alan has transformed the DAF truck division into Northern Ireland's leading franchise. His industry recognition includes multiple DAF Dealer Excellence Awards. He holds a business studies degree and focuses on strategic growth.
Seamus Doherty
Managing Director
Seamus has driven plant sales growth since joining in 1995. Under his leadership, the Hitachi and Bomag divisions achieved top dealer status. He specialises in construction equipment sales and has secured major infrastructure project contracts across Ireland.
John Deighan
Financial Director
John brings 15 years' chartered accounting experience from Moore Stephens. He oversees financial operations across five depots, managing growth from 5m to 50m turnover during his career. His expertise includes compliance and acquisition integration.
Questions
What brands of equipment do you supply?
We distribute Hitachi excavators, DAF trucks, Bomag compaction equipment, Thwaites dumpers, and Cummins engines. Our parts department also supports all major commercial vehicle and construction machinery brands.
Do you provide servicing for non-franchise brands?
Yes, our TRP parts range covers all truck makes while hydraulic hose manufacturing and undercarriage repair services apply to any equipment brand. Our technicians train on multiple manufacturer systems.
Are genuine parts available outside normal hours?
Emergency parts supply operates 24/7 through our callout service. Scheduled collections can be arranged outside normal opening hours with prior agreement from our parts department.
How quickly can service engineers respond to breakdowns?
Our 24/7 breakdown service guarantees first response within two hours across Ireland. Critical parts for common models are carried on service vehicles to minimise equipment downtime.
Do you offer equipment financing options?
While we don't provide direct financing, we work with specialist commercial vehicle finance providers to arrange hire purchase, leasing, and contract hire solutions for our customers.
What environmental initiatives do you have?
As ISO 14001 accredited operators, we recycle 95% of workshop waste. Our DAF electric truck range supports urban zero-emission zones, and we use energy-efficient lighting across all depots.
Reviews (2)
Gavin O'Hara
Mar 18, 2019
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Had to drive a lorry that was just back from its 6 week check with these guys. Noticed the brakes were very squeaky, and under hard breaking, the lorry would veer badly to the right. Reported this to my company's mobile mechanic, who decided to check it himself. He discovered loose U bolts on the back axle, and a 96% brake imbalance! The brakes were so bad he thought his brake testing machine was faulty to begin with!
I've drove lorries in the past that these guys that have just returned from their 6 week check, and they've had engine management lights, coolant lights etc on the dash. I'm beginning to think do they even check some of the lorries that are left in with them?
I've drove lorries in the past that these guys that have just returned from their 6 week check, and they've had engine management lights, coolant lights etc on the dash. I'm beginning to think do they even check some of the lorries that are left in with them?
Bryan Foster
Dec 31, 2017
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If you need a digger done hesitate to give them a call if used to work for them. Hitachi fastest machine on a construction site
