Trident appointed licensee of Shell Ottershaw

In 1965 (exact date unknown), Trident Garages was appointed as licensee of the Shell filling station in Ottershaw, following Shell’s acquisition of the Plough Inn site opposite the existing Trident premises.

At the time, Trident already operated its own garage and Shell forecourt on the opposite side of the road. Being entrusted to manage the newly acquired Shell site further reinforced the company’s growing reputation and deepened its relationship with a major national fuel brand.

Operating both sites removed the potential threat of a competing operator, while also increasing Trident’s visibility on the A320 Guildford Road and strengthening its position within the local community.

This period marked a significant phase in the company’s early development, as it expanded its operations and established a strong presence in Ottershaw.