From global giants to family values: A new chapter at APL.

“APL Formwork has always been about more than just delivering solutions and high-quality formwork for our customers; it’s about our people. We care about our customer’s needs, and we have built our business to support them. Getting the right people in is therefore crucial for our business success”, says Michael Crump, MD of APL Formwork.

Michael continues: “The people behind the projects, the customers under pressure, and the team that shows up no matter what. That’s why welcoming someone like David Meek to the business isn’t just exciting—it’s a big win for us and for our customers.”

With decades of industry experience, including over a decade at Peri, one of the largest players in the game, David brings a depth of knowledge that covers the entire supply chain—from the yard to sales to strategy. But it’s his grounded, customer-first mindset that really stands out and fits with APL’s own values.

“I understand the entire process, which is crucial in our industry. Everything is about safety—and what’s safer than someone who comprehends the whole supply chain and sales function?” says David Meek, Business Development Manager at APL Formwork.

Industry backbone meets real-world know-how.

David’s career started behind the wheel of a lorry. From there, he worked his way through operations, plant management, and sales and eventually landed in senior roles at one of the biggest names in formwork. He’s seen it all—and crucially, he understands what makes a project tick.

His reputation is built on trust and long-term relationships. “My clients stay loyal to me,” he says. “They know I’ll be there from start to finish.”

“At APL, this matters. We’re not the biggest company in the industry, and we are proud of that. We’re small enough to know our customers by name and big enough to deliver the complete package when the pressure is on. David fits into that mindset perfectly,” says Sarah Crump, CEO of APL Formwork.

Big experience – small business heart.

David knows what it’s like to operate in a global corporate structure—but what drew him to APL wasn’t scale. It was heart.

“I’ve always known about APL, but meeting Sean, Sarah, and Michael sealed it for me,” David explains. “There’s a genuine family feel here, and they care deeply about the people they work with. That matters to me.”

He adds, “Working with global companies is completely different from working with a family-owned business that’s growing. I’m excited to be a part of APL’s next chapter.”

APL’s Director of Sales, Sean Burton, couldn’t agree more:

“Bringing someone like David into the business is a huge asset. His industry knowledge is second to none, and his attitude fits perfectly with how we operate at APL—always looking after the customer and pushing to deliver. We’re thrilled to have him on board.”

Ready for what’s next.

With David on board, APL strengthens its ability to support complex projects with speed, safety, and genuine customer care. His all-round industry experience and straightforward approach are a natural match for how we work: practical, hands-on, and always focused on helping customers get the job done—even when time is tight.

We’re excited to have David join the APL family—not just for what he’s done, but for what we’ll do together.