Stockport’s Rowlinson Knitwear is donating over 200,000 free disposable face masks to its customers across the UK, helping to keep independent schoolwear retailers safe during the Coronavirus pandemic. The employee-owned business decided to offer the face masks as a way of thanking its customers … [Read more...]
News for: Manufacturing
Flexible working hours of Covid crisis should become new normal, concludes think-tank report
Changes to working hours and routines during the Covid-19 lockdown show how adopting more innovating approaches to flexible working could be beneficial to the UK economy across all industries, concludes a report published by think-tank, IPPR. The report suggests that the adoption of new working … [Read more...]
Wallpaper manufacturer acquires Lancashire competitor
Marple wallpaper brand, Grandeco, has announced the acquisition of Darwen-based manufacturer Holden Decor Ltd by its owners, Grandeco Wallfashion Group. The acquisition of the Lancashire manufacturing firm is part of the global expansion strategy of the Belgian group, which has its UK sales … [Read more...]
Allied Bakeries’ bread donations a ‘lifesaver’ to Stockport’s most vulnerable
Vulnerable people from across Greater Manchester have benefited from over 18,000 loaves of bread donated by Stockport-based Allied Bakeries during the coronavirus crisis. The bakery, which manufactures Kingsmill loaves, has donated bread to charitable organisations as well as to support emergency … [Read more...]
Spring manufacturer relocates to Stockport
Family-run spring manufacturer, Mancunian Spring Company, has relocated from Manchester to new premises on Kenwood Road, North Reddish. The 75 year old business has moved from Cornbrook due to the ongoing regeneration of the area which had made it less suitable for industrial uses. The firm … [Read more...]
Stockport manufacturer looks to future opportunities after coronavirus disruption
Stockport chains manufacturer Renold is optimistic about future opportunities for the business after being impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The international manufacturing business, which is headquartered in Heald Green and has a service centre in Bredbury, has released its annual results, … [Read more...]
Allied Bakeries to feature in BBC2 documentary
Allied Bakeries is to feature in a one-off BBC2 documentary detailing the pressures of major retailers and their suppliers in keeping supermarket shelves stocked during the Covid-19 pandemic. Fronted by Sara Cox and Ade Adepitan, 'Keeping Britain Fed' explores how shopping habits changed during … [Read more...]
Stockport workwear firm unveils new range
Stockport based workwear firm, Ballyclare, has unveiled a new range of general workwear for workers in a range of sectors. While the firm is best known for its specialist protective workwear, such as for the fire service, the new Ballyclare 365 collection includes garments for a wider range of … [Read more...]
Associated British Foods gives thanks to its workforce for feeding the nation
Associated British Foods, parent company of Allied Bakeries, has produced a short-video detailing how the company has stepped up to ensure supermarket shelves remain stocked with essential items including breads, flour and cereals, and giving thanks to the key workers on its production … [Read more...]
Queen’s Enterprise Award wins for two Stockport businesses
Two Stockport businesses have been recognised in the 2020 Queen's Awards for Enterprise, which this year was awarded to 220 UK companies. Awards were given for a company's contribution to international trade, innovation, sustainable development and promoting opportunity through social mobility. … [Read more...]
Coronavirus factory closures hit stock levels
Factory closures across China to curb the spread of the novel Coronavirus outbreak are affecting stock levels of goods that are imported from the country. In order to attempt to control the spread of the virus, the Chinese government extended the Chinese New Year public holidays, with most … [Read more...]
Stockport packaging manufacturer appoints Business Improvement Manager
Stockport based carton board packaging manufacturer Glossop Cartons has further invested in its management team and appointed Simon Boden as Business Improvement Manager. Simon has 35 years experience working in the packaging industry, and joins the Stockport manufacturer from Mayr Melnhof … [Read more...]
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