Orbis Protect has joined the Association of Short Term Lenders (ASTL) as an associate member.

The company specialises in securing and maintaining vacant property throughout the UK.

The ASTL is now approaching 50 associate members and more than 40 lender members.

Orbis strategic commercial director Tim Hancock says: We’re delighted to be accepted as an associate member of the ASTL and look forward to building new relationships with lenders and helping to secure more properties with our wide range of services.”

ASTL chief executive Vic Jannels says: “I’m really pleased to welcome Orbis as the latest organisation to become an associate member of the ASTL.

“Short term lending is a vital cog in the property industry, providing a funding solution for a wide variety of circumstances, and it’s important that we work closely with other associated businesses to ensure we continue to deliver the best possible experience for customers.”