Manufacturing
Barometer shows positive signs
Business is improving for the region’s manufacturers, according to the latest quarterly South West Manufacturing Barometer. The survey, carried out by the Manufacturing Advisory Service in the South West (MAS-SW), says that manufacturers are reporting increased turnover, a stabilisation of their work force, and an increased awareness of the emerging low carbon economy. Of the [...]
Graduates aid Hydra expansion
A company specialising in steel sewage screens has expanded by opening a new department with the support of two graduates.
Quality marks for Spiral
Helston-based specialist staircase manufacturer Spiral Construction has been awarded two prestigious accreditations.
£450K Convergence boost for Calidus
Ambitious expansion plans for a Cornwall-based company specialising in technology for the oil and gas and geothermal industries are to be supported by almost half a million pounds worth of Convergence investment.
Energy policy “will impact on SW”
Manufacturers’ organisation EEF has called on the Government to show strong leadership in safeguarding future energy supply by balancing renewable opportunities with greater investment in nuclear capacity.
Future clear for glass company
The long-term future of Westcountry Glass has been secured with the purchase of the freehold of the property in which the business occupies.
Extreme award for LairdKing
LairdKing, an integrated technology and homes’ electronics specialist currently based near Redruth, has won an award for ‘Most Extreme Makeover’ at the annual industry exhibition – The Home Technology Event.
Elite Brewer and Bunney
Redruth-based commercial laundry specialist Brewer and Bunney has received a major accolade from international laundry equipment manufacturer Girbau.
WUM spreading its net
Western United Mines is to widen its exploration and investigation programme with widespread surface drilling beyond the South Crofty site.
Manufacturing recovery gathers pace
Manufacturing growth in the south west outperformed every other region of Britain over the last three months, according to the latest survey published by EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, and BDO LLP.
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