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Bridgman Ibc Limited

Tue, 22 May 2012 13:49:57 +0100

Major capital investment - new machinery to support growth
Bridgman IBC, a Hartlepool-based industrial door manufacturer, has purchased a computer numerical control wood machining centre for a six figure sum. The new machinery will allow the company to meet increased demand from customers as the construction industry starts to recover. 2011 turnover £5.37m, 66 employees.

Beatson Clark Plc

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:54:03 +0100

Company plans for future growth - New Account Manager appointed
South Yorkshire based glass manufacturer Beatson Clark has appointed Jonathan Clark as Account Manager to drive growth for the business through its distributor network at home and overseas. Mr Clark has taken over management of Beatson Clarks export accounts as well as those of its UK distributor partners.

Ellis Patents Limited

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:54:03 +0100

Company prepares for future growth - Three staff promoted to Director
Cable cleat manufacturer Ellis Patents Limited, based in Malton in North Yorkshire, has created three new director roles. Andy Booth has been promoted to Technical Director, Tony Conroy to Export Sales Director and Danny Macfarlane to Operations Director. The new directors will join the existing four directors to help take the company on to its next stage of development.

Rehau Ltd

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:51:27 +0100

Jobs Lost - 175 Employees - Turnover £77.5m
Around 10 jobs will be axed from the Rehau manufacturing plant in Blaenau Ffestiniog which produces PVC-U window and door systems. The job losses will take place in June and will be spread across production, admin and support roles. Robert Morsley is HR manager

Siemens Plc

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:51:08 +0100

Multi-million pound contract secured - potential new jobs
Siemens Service in Lincoln has secured a multi-million pound contract to provide gas turbines for a natural gas project in Australia. The Lincoln operation has achieved record sales following a major investment. Siemens is relocating part of the business in September 2012. The firm currently has 1,500 employees; further jobs could be created as result of its expansion.

Advanced Pallet Systems Limited

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:23:59 +0100

Company Growth - Investment - New Jobs
Advanced Pallet Systems is investing in a CNC machine and recruiting 7 members of staff due to increasing demand, funded by a £45,000 grant from the Plymouth University and Western Morning News Growth Fund matched with private investment provided by the firm. Managing director is Alan Bowes and finance director is Karen Bowes

Wessington Cryogenics Limited

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:18:43 +0100

Company Expansion - New Jobs - 120 Employees
Manufacturing firm Wessington Cryogenics is expanding its operations with new premises and new jobs. The company has an annual revenue of £9m and 120 employees. Paul Rowe is Managing Director

Bakkavor Holdings Limited

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:47:12 +0100

Loss of £1.5m - Sales down 1.2% to £414m - Challenging trading environment
UK manufacturer Bakkavor has recorded a net loss of £1.5m for the three months to the end of March 2012, compared to a net profit of £8.1m in the previous year. Net sales in the period dropped 1.2% to £413.9m, however like-for-like sales grew 3.1%. Raw material inflation and a challenging trading environment has affected the company. Agust Gudmundsson is the chief executive.

Craftsman Tools Limited

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:55:43 +0100

£300,000 factory expansion - new jobs - exceptional business growth
Craftsman Tools has invested £300,000 to expand its factory in Otley, West Yorkshire, following increased demand for its products. Four jobs have been created and more are expected. The firm, which employs 60 people, increased 2011 sales by 39% to £4.8m and similar growth is expected in 2012. It hopes to increase turnover to £6m.

The Performance window Group Limited

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:35:53 +0100

100 potential new jobs - expansion of headquarters
Performance Window Group is planning to expand its headquarters in Tiptree, Essex, creating 30 jobs and increasing staff headcount to 140. The company has purchased land next to its existing premises to accommodate the expansion.