Purchase Requests - Not Shop

We're running low on magnet stocks, so it's time to purchase another batch. I've checked the price (see quote attached below) and it's come down a little since I asked a couple of months ago, but is still way higher than when we originally bought them, which is due to tariff wars and China's new export licence fees for specialised rare earths.

Current stocks are:

Nick - none

Chris - 6 pairs

Eric - 18 pairs (after he's done the 3 locos he's currently servicing)

Me - 4 pairs

This is due for renewal in a few days and I have received a quote from Addingstone brokers who we used last year.

As expected there is a price increase, but I am pleased to say it is only £27 increase.

Last year we paid £794.20 and the new quote is £821.21.

Let me know if there are any further comments, and I will then send the invoice to Eric for payment

Andrew

Following my earlier post, I have now had the PAT tester re-calibrated for another 12 months. The cost was £88.80.

I have sent the receipt directly to Eric.

Cheers,

David

Claim for the Xtrail maintence and running costs for 2025/26

Intermediate service

• MOT

• A replacement O/S rear door electronic lock

• A new 12v battery