hi history
hockley's history: the story so far..
The oak tree holds a special place in British history and is a symbol of strength, stability, security and protection. Although a giant of a tree, the oak grows from a small acorn, and this has come to symbolize how from humble beginnings, great achievements can be accomplished.
The oak tree has told Hockley International’s story since its formation in 1991. First created in 1979, as then named, Mostyn Chemicals Ltd, the company began trading from a spare bedroom with three members of staff. The company grew from strength to strength, scooping the Queen’s Award for Export and the Export Award for Small Businesses along the way.
In 1991, the company took a new direction as Hockley International Limited, and since 1991, our business has strengthened and expanded to serve over 90 countries worldwide. Such change necessitated renewed inspiration, and our rebranded logo presents how the oak tree has spread, and continues to spread its symbolic strength, stability, security and protection all over the world.
2009 has brought Hockley to new heights, from our rebrand to winning the Chemicals Northwest Award for International Trade. We celebrated our 30th anniversary this July and are continuously striving to make a world of difference in agriculture, public health and veterinary care in more and more countries worldwide.
key dates
July 2009
Hockley celebrates its 30th year in business with family and friends at the Hunting Lodge in Adlington.
May 2009
Hockley wins the Chemical’s Northwest award for International Trade. The award was sponsored and presented by the UK Trade & Investment at the Hilton Hotel in Manchester.
January 2009
Hockley International rebrands to reflect its development in image, mission and work over the world.
1991
Mostyn buys itself out from MTM and forms the new company Hockley International Ltd.
1989
Mostyn merges with the former UK agrochemical company, MTM Agrochemicals (now United Phosphorus Limited).
1986
Mostyn is granted the prestigious Queen's Award for Export Achievement.
1984
Mostyn Chemicals wins the Export Award for Smaller Businesses.
1979
Mostyn Chemicals is founded by present Managing Director, Frank Howard and his family.