Hi-Tech Worcestershire Based IQHQ Ltd Access Two MGP Improvement Projects as New Contract Raises New Challenges
Worcestershire business IQHQ Ltd specialises in the design and manufacture of communications systems for the Ministry of Defence and military applications. The rapidly expanding company won a contract to manufacture batches of high-spec military radios. Having...
Sales boost helps cutting-edge Essex manufacturer eye 55th birthday celebrations
The UK’s only manufacturer of cutting systems is looking to build on a strong year of sales by starting its 55th year in business in style. Blackman & White, which employs 28 people at a state-of-the-art factory in Essex, grew 10% in 2018 after a surge of orders...
Agricultural specialist targets £multi-million expansion boost through diversification drive
A North Lincolnshire manufacturer of grain processing and storage systems has posted an impressive 12 months after sealing over £2m of new contracts. McArthur Agriculture, which employs 21 people at its facility near Scunthorpe, has seen sales rise 25% during 2018...
Focus SB switches on to £multi-million China opportunity after MGP support
Support with controlling processes and improving production efficiencies is helping a Sussex manufacturer make the most of a multi-million pound Far East opportunity. Focus SB®, which is a market leader in electrical wiring accessories, has accessed support from the...
Pioneering ceramic printing firm set to increase turnover by 30%
A pioneering digital ceramic printing company from Stoke-on-Trent is setting its sights on increasing turnover by 30% after building an impressive portfolio of work on projects as far afield as the USA. Digital Ceramic Systems Ltd (trading as the Surface Design...
Sweet taste of success for Stoke-on-Trent chocolate manufacturer
A family-run company from Stoke-on-Trent, which has doubled its turnover in the last two years, has ambitious plans to hit the £5m turnover mark with a new range of chocolate bars inspired by the founders’ son. Based in the former Royal Dalton works in Fenton,...
‘Energised’ Shropshire manufacturer defies Brexit uncertainty with 20% sales increase
A Telford fabrication specialist is defying Brexit negativity to secure a number of new contracts, contributing to a 20% increase in turnover in 2018. Hitherbest, which provides sheet metal/punching, folding and powder coating capabilities, is taking advantage of the...
WallJAM scores with Real Madrid deal
A Stevenage entrepreneur has entered the world of the Galacticos having sealed a deal for his new sports activation technology to be used by Real Madrid. Tim Worboys has turned his childhood hobby of playing ‘wally’ into WallJAM, an innovative rebound wall that gives...
Technoset celebrates 40th anniversary with £700,000 investment and new quality award
A Warwickshire precision manufacturing specialist is celebrating 40 years in business by completing a £700,000 investment drive. Technoset, which employs 25 people at its facility in Rugby, has installed four new lathes and a state-of-the-art laser scanning device to...
No ‘small change’ for motoring innovation born in East Yorkshire
An East Yorkshire investor has tapped into support from the Manufacturing Growth Programme to launch a new product that will prevent you losing your change, keys and bank cards under your car seats. John England came up with the ‘car seat gap filler’ at 5am one...
Amazon Deal Boosts Sales for Viking Signs after MGP Support
Grantham-based manufacturer post more than £1m sales over the last twelve months after a significant deal with Amazon. This came after support from MGP towards an ISO accreditation which has been very important for improving efficiencies and competing for larger orders.
10 Questions with a Manufacturing Director – John England
We want to find out more about the companies we work with, and the Director running them. Finding more about the way they work and the tips they would give other businesses, here are ten questions with John England, Managing Director and founder of Cabung based in Hull.