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.”