Assisting the Engineering Sector

An engineering start up which machines aluminium parts for the luxury car market has already used the Michelin scheme on three occasions to purchase new machining centres for its up and coming business. One of the directors of the firm which has already surpassed its three year business plan in less than 18 months said that the scheme was “absolutely marvellous” and has helped in creating 25 new jobs. The company is now looking to use the free advice provided by Michelin to help develop its people and introduce a quality management system.

Supporting Traditional Industries

Assistance from Michelin Development was used to help support a new pottery company. The loan which was used to help with working capital has been put to good use by the highly experienced management team which has already created almost 20 jobs and thus bucking the trend in this traditional North Staffordshire industry. “It’s all about a quality product and knowing your market” says the vastly experienced MD. “The financial support provided by Michelin Development was of great value and it’s good to know that sound expertise and advice is only a phone call away”.

Helping the Service Sector to expand

Assistance from Michelin Development has supported a company which specialises in pioneering thermal imaging technology. The company which was set up 3 years ago prides itself on delivering a professional and efficient surveying service to help clients reduce their energy consumption. Initially set up in Dundee, the company has since successfully expanded with further support from Michelin Development and today not only cover the whole of Scotland but have also set up a centre in Stoke-on-Trent to serve a client base in the Midlands and the North West of England. Their clients include councils, government departments, building surveyors, architects, and building contractors. Needless to say they have found the continued support of Michelin Development to be very beneficial.