AN experienced facility group has been appointed to keep Runcorn’s shopping complex a ‘safe’ and ‘enjoyable’ retail experience.

Liverpool-based company, The Momentum Group will grow its portfolio with the impressive new partnership, joining Runcorn Shopping City located in the heart of the town to help maintain the building and running of the centre.

Momentum FM Ltd will be responsible for many of the planned and reactive works that occur within the shopping centre attending each week to carry out multiple activities across the facility.

Runcorn Shopping City originally opened back in 1972 and sees more than 70,000 visitors pile through its doors per week.

The centre is home to an abundance of well-known retail names and smaller independents outlets while also offering various community services such as an NHS Outpatient Service - one of the first in the UK to do so. 

Dave Pearman, shopping centre manager, said: “We are delighted to appoint Momentum FM as our preferred contractor.

“We share the same values in keeping buildings well maintained, safe and compliant through proactive and reactive maintenance.    

“With our combined experiences we look forward to continuing to welcome visitors to Runcorn Shopping City so they can work, shop and stay healthy.” 

Karl Clawley, associate director at Momentum FM, said: “Throughout Momentum’s team there is extensive experience of managing shopping centres to ensure that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes and that customers can have an enjoyable and safe experience.   

“Our job is not only to maintain Runcorn Shopping City’s mechanical and electrical systems but also to ensure compliance and the building’s fabric is kept in good condition to keep the centre looking at its best.  

“We already have a strong working relationship with the centre’s management team and we are looking forward to helping them grow its reputation as a shopping destination of choice.”