Who we are

Who we are

The UK’s leading manufacturer of household and professional cleaning products since 1963.

Our Mission

Our History

Our history begins in 1963 and since then Coventry Chemicals has been a leader in the manufacture and supply of cleaning liquids, powders and tablet to suit all professional, retail and healthcare cleaning and hygiene requirements. 2018 sees a change of name for the business to better reflect the company’s global commitment and its expertise in driving innovation within the cleaning and hygiene industry.

1960’s

Coventry Chemicals is founded in 1963 in the professional supply market. First manufacturing started in Coventry.

1970’s

Growth on a regional basis with two industrial manufacturing sites in Coventry now in operation.

1980’s

Acquired Veterinary Health International with a brand now known as Omnicide, signifying the beginning of our Healthcare division.

1990’s

Moved into new purpose-built facility and expanded our retail division through the acquisition of the William Pearson brand.

2000’s

MBI led by Steve Quinlan and significant investment made in warehousing and production systems to facilitate increasing demand.

2010’s

Retail and Professional sectors rebrand to Mirius in 2018. Animal Healthcare Animal Health remains Coventry Chemicals.

2020’s

Reached milestone of producing 2 million bottles a week. Proud winners of the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise: International Trade 2021.

Read just a few of our reviews

“I just wanted to express my gratitude to you all at Mirius. We have recently enlisted you on both platforms of our business where you have engaged with a number of colleagues along the way, all of which have advised how friendly and professional you have been.

You have gone above and beyond to help ensure we provide our end users with credible products tailored to their requirement. Not to mention doing this in such a tight timeframe.”

Trading Co-ordinator
Foodservice Company

“Undoubtedly we have secured new customers and large contracts through working with Mirius and listing the Super Professional range. They are extremely proactive with us as a business, continuously supporting our growth and providing us with the information and backing we need to have a strong advantage over our competition.”

Head of Sales
Large Yorkshire Distributor

“Can I say a massive thanks to Mirius we have only been dealing with you since early March when our regular supplier repeatedly let us down and I have to say I am glad they did!! moving to Mirius has been a godsend! we have had 4 perfect deliveries on time and in full. The staff have been absolutely amazing with clear communication and support from sales. We will be moving all of our business to you in the future. Thank you Mirius you are all doing a sterling job”

Director
Cleaning Services Company