Herefordshire based Natural Paint UK Limited, owner of the premium brand Edward Bulmer Natural Paint was incorporated in 2017, creating paint made with an innovative plant based binder without plastics or harmful chemicals.
Datagraphic wanted to develop carbon footprint processes in line with the requirements of the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) protocol standards. To support this, the Manufacturing Growth Programme provided grant funding towards two business improvement projects. Their first improvement project was the development of energy-saving plans and ISO 50001. Their second project supported them with a net zero carbon strategy and implementation of the strategy.
Since it was founded in 2011 with a Prince’s Trust Loan, Bulldog Gear Limited is one of the UK’s leading Gym Equipment manufacturers and suppliers. Key customers have included Red Bull, a well-known search engine and Elite British & US Military Units as well as thousands of serious home fitness & training enthusiasts. The company was awarded the SME Business Award 2021 Best Fitness Equipment Manufacturer.
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.”
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.
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.