Nottinghamshire media & broadcasting events contractor overcomes the effects of COVID-19 on the live event industry
The business faced significant challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, when live events were cancelled along with supply chain and staffing issues. These issues uncovered a need to build a robust strategy for business growth, which is where the Manufacturing Growth Programme was able to assist.
Food manufacturer elevates their digital marketing to bounce back after the COVID-19 pandemic
Jeeva Sanmugam, Managing Director of Classic Cuisine Limited, reached out to the Manufacturing Growth Programme (MGP) for help to promote the Classic Cuisine brands in a highly competitive marketplace and ensure that its unique attributes were effectively communicated and consistently promoted.
High-end kayak manufacturer increases efficiencies after MGP grant funding supports the implementation of a new ERP system
Gaybo trading as Wave Sport are a manufacturer of kayaks and canoes, established in 1968 operating from their factory in East Sussex. The business has an international reach with a focus on UK and EU markets. The business has established a strong market position as a...
High-growth textiles manufacturer projects multi-million turnover after accessing business support programmes in the Leeds City Region
There has been a boom in the popularity of cycling, health and fitness recently. As a result, the business has experienced rapid growth which has brought about challenges such as needing to increase their capacity and productivity. To assist with their high-growth challenges, the business has utilised various support programmes available in the Leeds City region. Restrap has benefitted from capital funding from the Leeds Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). They have also been able to access grant funding from the Manufacturing Growth Programme (MGP), and also fully funded business coaching from the Strategic Growth Programme (SGP).
Warwickshire hydraulic manufacturer implements lean manufacturing processes with funding from MGP
Mike Forster, Managing Director of Trident Hydraulics added, “The capacity in the unit has increased by 30%, partly thanks to the grant provided by MGP by enabling us to develop our processes, we’ve seen a significantly increased appetite for new products across our markets. Our increased capacity has allowed us to fully capitalise on this increased demand.”
Shropshire brewery grows online sales through the Manufacturing Growth Programme
Using MGP grant funding, a consultancy project was implemented to support Hobsons Brewery Ltd in the development of an effective digital sales solution to enhance their online business. The project included the design of a new ecommerce platform from which the company can showcase and sell their products, creating user journeys and interactions that enhance the buying experience, improve engagement with the end consumers and drive awareness of the Hobson’s brand. It will also help to drive foot traffic to offline sales at the taproom, through the promotion of special offers and events throughout the year.
Leeds construction business develops net zero building system using MGP support
The objective of the company is to be amongst the Pathfinders in the modern methods of construction sector, providing a product which is carbon zero (or can be easily achieved with the introduction of some renewable energy), affordable to local authorities, easy to cost and process from enquiry to an installed home.
Coventry pharmaceutical manufacturer increases capacity & productivity with help from MGP
Premier Health Products Ltd, formed in 1989, is a UK manufacturer of vitamins and health supplements. Operating from their purpose-fitted manufacturing facility in Coventry, they formulate, design, package and distribute on behalf of their customers throughout the UK and to over 30 export markets.
Sales doubled & new employment opportunities created for UK canopy manufacturer as staycations soared in 2021
Manufacturing Growth Manager for the Black Country Region, Helen Fortune was able to support them and help them gain capital grant funding. The funding was used to part-fund the purchase an Orion Flatbed CNC table and arm. The new equipment will predominately assist with the repeat manufacture of material elements of wooden garden structures with removable hard-wearing covers.
MGP grant funding helps Worcestershire manufacturer to level-up their digital marketing & productivity
The business has a long-standing relationship with the Manufacturing Growth Programme (MGP), which has been supporting SME manufacturers across England in October 2016. The business originally received MGP grant funding and support to improve their product packaging and labelling. The business has since received grant funding towards improving their digital marketing and purchasing new machinery.
Essex based activewear brand, creates multimillion turnover & launches new social fitness app
To help the business grow digitally and globally without the need to export, they have created a brand-new fitness app which creates an online community for their customers to share training tips and information. Through the programme, they were able to access a grant to assist with the app’s launch.
Coventry window manufacturer exceeds their turnover predictions after productivity is boosted using MGP grant funding
M F Plastics Manufacturing Ltd was set up in 2015 in response to the fenestration needs of the sister company; MF Plastics Ltd, which is purely a window fitting business. The manufacturing side of the business makes uPVC windows and doors using the latest engineering...