MattressNextDay, a prominent UK online mattress and bed retailer, has reported pre-tax profits of £3.6 million for the year ending March 2025 – a 20% increase compared with the previous year.

With gross profits of £17 million and a 46.5% margin, the business has reinforced its reputation as one of the fastest-expanding and most profitable names in the UK sleep retail market.

This strong performance marks the fifth successive year of record-breaking results, with turnover climbing to £36.6 million – up 47% year-on-year and an extraordinary 447% higher than in 2020.

CEO and founder Martin Seeley commented: “Profitability is a clear reflection of how well we’re serving our customers and adapting to a changing retail environment. After five straight years of growth, it’s especially rewarding to see that our core values and long-term strategy continue to deliver tangible, bottom-line results.”

Balancing Aggressive Growth with Sustainable Profit

Founded in 2003 as a family-run business, MattressNextDay has evolved into a technology-focused, customer-centric operation. Today, it offers next-day delivery across the UK, a portfolio of over 200 mattress types and bed styles, and a direct-to-consumer model that has proven highly resilient.

CFO Stuart Rogers emphasised the company’s disciplined financial strategy and said: “What sets us apart is our ability to scale without compromising on profitability. That comes from deliberate investments in people, platforms, and processes that prioritise long-term value over short-term wins.

“While others focus on discounting and short-term volume, we’re focused on durability, both in terms of product quality and commercial sustainability. That’s what’s delivering profit year after year.”

Technology-Led Efficiency Gains

A cornerstone of the company’s recent success is its ongoing investment in technology, particularly artificial intelligence. Spearheading this effort is CTO Jamie Latham, who has led the company’s digital transformation since inception.

“Our AI chatbot ‘Kip’ now handles more than 3,000 customer interactions monthly and saves upwards of 400 staff hours each month,” he explained. “It’s not just about cutting costs – it’s about reallocating human support to more complex customer needs while still offering 24/7 responsiveness.”

Building Authority Through Industry Collaboration

In June 2025, MattressNextDay further strengthened its market position by launching a Brand Ambassador programme. The initiative brings together ten handpicked sleep industry professionals from top-tier manufacturers, including TEMPUR®, Sleepeezee, Hypnos, Sealy, Silentnight, and Sleepsoul.

Notable ambassadors include Amy Curtis (Sleepeezee), Emma Sharp (TEMPUR®), Robert Evans (Sealy), Sarah Mitchell (Hypnos), David Harris (Silentnight), as well as Stuart Hibbert and Michael Prime from Sleepsoul.

Martin Seeley described the programme as a strategic differentiator: “After two decades in this business, I know that buying a mattress is still an emotional, often confusing decision for customers. Our ambassadors offer genuine, trusted guidance that makes the experience easier and more informed, ultimately helping to drive both trust and conversion.”

“Every innovation, whether it’s AI automation or expert consultation, has a single aim: to enhance the customer journey while running a scalable, profitable operation. That’s what’s enabled us to grow through economic headwinds and stay ahead of the curve.”

Recognition and Reputation

The business’s performance has not gone unnoticed. MattressNextDay was recently named the National Bed Federation’s Online Bed Retailer of the Year for two consecutive years (2023/24 and 2024/25). Customer satisfaction remains a key differentiator, with over 28,000 verified five-star reviews on Trustpilot and a 100 Night Sleep Trial offered on every mattress.

As the retail landscape continues to evolve, the company is focused on consolidating its market leadership through continued innovation, operational agility, and a customer-first approach.

Mr Seeley concluded: “These are excellent results but as a business we have bold ambitions for the future and we are determined to build on this performance and do even better next year.”

MEMS Power Generation is expanding access to its cleaner generator hire services across the UK, enabling organisations to lower emissions while ensuring secure and efficient temporary power. The enhanced offering features Stage V generators, battery energy storage solutions, Load on Demand capabilities, and generators approved for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel.

Throughout 2025, MEMS customers are on course to reduce CO₂e emissions by thousands of tonnes through the adoption of HVO and other renewable fuels. This transition is helping key sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure to meet sustainability goals without impacting performance.

“Many sites can now make a measurable reduction in their environmental impact without changing how they operate,” said Mark Diffey, Director, MEMS Power Generation. “Cleaner fuels and advanced technology mean temporary power can be both dependable and responsible.”

The MEMS Cleaner Options portfolio is designed for varied operational needs, particularly in urban and environmentally sensitive areas. Stage V generators meet the latest emission standards, battery energy storage reduces generator runtime and noise, and Load on Demand technology matches power output to real-time demand, cutting unnecessary fuel use and emissions.

HVO fuel, produced from 100% renewable raw materials including waste and residues such as vegetable oils, animal oils, and animal fats, offers a practical drop-in alternative to diesel. HVO can cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% compared with conventional diesel, with no engine modifications required in compatible units.

“We’re investing in practical solutions that support customer sustainability goals,” added Mark Diffey. “From proven CO₂e savings with HVO to advanced Stage V and hybrid systems, we aim to make lower-emission power an everyday option nationwide.”

MEMS sustainability strategy goes beyond fuel choices. The company’s environmental commitments include waste reduction, recycling, logistics optimisation to reduce vehicle movements, and telemetry-enabled fleet monitoring for efficiency. MEMS is also exploring future technologies such as hydrogen fuel cells to further decarbonise temporary power.

One recent nine-week project saw MEMS supply a 200 kVA generator, 3,000-litre bulk fuel tank, and full distribution cabling to restore power within four hours of a customer outage. After load profiling, a 45 kVA Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) was installed, with MEMS Connect remote monitoring active throughout. Over the final 31 days, the hybrid setup reduced projected fuel use from 5,888 litres to 3,346 litres, saving 2,542 litres and avoiding 6,813 kg of CO₂e – a 43.17% emissions reduction.

More London drivers are turning away from traditional car washes in favour of having their vehicles cleaned at home, with one mobile car wash and valeting business increasing its weekly service volume from 30 to over 100 in under a year.

The Valeters, a favourite among customers on Google and Trustpilot, has scaled rapidly since 2024, expanding from a one-van operation to a fleet of four. Initially serving North-West London, the company now reaches clients in West, Central, and South-West London, plus parts of Hertfordshire and Surrey.

“People’s time is more valuable than ever,” said Mahmoud Itani, founder of The Valeters. “Our customers don’t want to queue, they don’t want shortcuts, and they certainly don’t want to risk poor quality. They want their car looking immaculate without lifting a finger — and we make that happen on their schedule.”

Each van is fully self-contained, carrying its own water and power supply alongside professional-grade products and detailing equipment. The service is entirely self-sufficient, so customers don’t need to provide a single thing.

What’s driving the switch? For many, it’s the flexibility and ease of booking. With The Valeters’ mobile app, customers can choose a package, secure a time slot, and track the job in real time. Many receive SMS updates and before-and-after photos, with some unlocking and locking their cars remotely so the entire valet can be completed without them being present.

Backed by hundreds of positive reviews, The Valeters offers the reassurance of proven quality alongside convenience, delivering expert car valeting across London. Customers often say it’s more cost-effective too: instead of sitting in traffic or waiting in a queue, they can spend that time working from home or with family, knowing their vehicle is being cleaned to a higher standard than many drive-through washes.

From Kensington and Chelsea to Hampstead, Wandsworth, and Northwood, The Valeters has become a regular sight on both bustling streets and in some of the city’s most exclusive postcodes — cleaning everything from family cars to high-end supercars.

With demand continuing to rise, the business is investing in staff training and expanding its fleet to ensure every valet meets the same high standards, wherever in the region the service is booked.

About The Valeters

The Valeters is a premium mobile car wash and detailing service operating across Greater London and parts of Hertfordshire and Surrey. Highly rated across Google and Trustpilot, the company provides interior and exterior valeting, machine polishing, ceramic coatings, and odour sanitisation — all carried out on location by trained professionals using fully equipped vans.

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According to a newly released report, UK businesses are becoming more adept at detecting and evading online scams, yet considerable shortcomings in cyber resilience persist.

Temi Odurinde, of Temi UK, an ICT specialist working extensively with sole traders and smaller companies, observes that understanding of phishing and other cyber risks has significantly improved over the past few years. Still, he cautions that without ongoing education and greater cyber security investment, a large number of organisations will remain exposed to threats.

Mr Odurinde, who advises clients on information security and a range of ICT solutions, has published a detailed analysis on his website outlining practical steps smaller enterprises can take to protect themselves. The article, Cost of Data Breach Report 2025, draws heavily on the IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report 2025, supported by insights from the UK Government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025.

In the report, Mr Odurinde highlights that while more businesses are recognising suspicious emails and messages, sophisticated scams and targeted phishing attacks are on the rise. 

“Cyber criminals are constantly evolving their tactics,” he said. “A scam email today may be highly personalised, grammatically perfect, and appear to come from a trusted source. This makes it harder for even tech-savvy users to spot without proper training.”

The report also notes that many small businesses still underestimate the financial and reputational impact of a successful cyber attack. Industry data shows that the average cost of a data breach in the UK is now estimated at over £1 million for larger firms, with smaller businesses facing losses that can threaten their survival.

Mr Odurinde warns that complacency is the enemy of cyber safety. “The fact that more businesses are spotting scams is encouraging, but this shouldn’t lead to overconfidence. Cyber resilience is not a one-off project, it’s an ongoing process that requires regular training, system updates, and a culture of security awareness.”

The report provides actionable guidance, from implementing multi-factor authentication and secure password practices to running phishing simulation exercises. It also stresses the importance of creating an incident response plan so that, if an attack does occur, businesses can react quickly and limit the damage.

Mr Odurinde hopes his latest work will help more UK businesses stay ahead of the latest cyber threats. “I want small businesses to understand that cyber security isn’t just an IT issue, it’s a business survival issue,” he added.

The full report is available at: Cost of Data Breach Report 2025

The way customers find businesses online is changing fast in 2025, with AI taking centre stage. Small and medium-sized enterprises that act now can secure a major competitive edge. Level Up Leads, a leading AI and SEO agency in Kent, is guiding SMEs towards prominent placement in Google’s AI Overviews and ChatGPT’s curated recommendations – a powerful driver for generating valuable new leads.

Whereas traditional SEO focused on climbing Google Search rankings, AI-driven tools now shape purchasing behaviour. Services like Google AI and ChatGPT not only provide instant answers but also recommend trusted and relevant businesses, prioritising those with proven authority.

SMEs that adapt to this trend could see a significant increase in exposure, while those who delay may quickly lose ground in the fight for customer attention.

Why AI Recommendations Are a Game-Changer for SMEs

When a user searches for a service in 2025 – whether that’s “best accountant near me” or “top landscaping company in Kent” – Google AI or ChatGPT often summarises the answer and names specific businesses as trusted options. 

These recommendations aren’t random; they’re driven by data, content quality, reviews, online authority, and location relevance. Level Up Leads specialises in positioning SMEs so they’re the ones being recommended. This involves:

• Optimising content for AI platforms so it’s clear, relevant, and structured in a way AI understands.
• Building authority signals through backlinks, press coverage, and citations that AI algorithms recognise as trustworthy.
• Embedding local SEO strategies so that when AI looks for nearby businesses, clients are the first choice.
• Adding technical SEO enhancements like schema markup to help AI platforms identify services and location quickly.

For SMEs, this means the difference between being invisible online or being featured in the exact spot where buying decisions are made.

How AI-Driven Lead Generation Works

Imagine a homeowner asking ChatGPT, “Who is the best plumber in Medway?” Instead of showing ten blue links, AI instantly lists one or two recommended companies – complete with contact details and a brief description. Being in that top spot means the customer is far more likely to choose your business over competitors.

Level Up Leads helps SMEs tap into this by:

1. Analysing AI search patterns for their industry and location.
2. Creating content and assets that directly answer high-intent search queries.
3. Building credibility signals such as 5-star Google reviews, consistent NAP (Name, Address, Phone) data, and mentions in reputable online publications.
4. Integrating AI-focused SEO alongside traditional Google optimisation, ensuring visibility in both search and AI Overviews.

The result? Higher conversion rates, faster lead generation, and a future-proofed online presence that stays competitive as AI becomes the standard way customers search.

The Benefits for SMEs

By targeting AI recommendations in 2025, SMEs can:

• Get ahead of competitors still focusing solely on traditional search rankings.
• Reach customers faster by appearing in the exact moment they’re ready to buy.
• Build trust instantly by being endorsed by leading AI platforms.
• Future-proof their marketing as AI adoption continues to grow across industries.

About Level Up Leads

 Level Up Leads is a SEO agency in Kent helping UK SMEs rank higher on Google and now on AI platforms like ChatGPT and Google AI. Their services include local SEO, AI-optimised content creation, backlink building, and digital PR. By combining traditional SEO with cutting-edge AI strategies, Level Up Leads ensures clients are found where customers are looking today – and where they’ll be searching tomorrow.

To find out how Level Up Leads can help your business dominate AI recommendations, visit https://levelupleads.co.uk.