A Valleys-based utilities business is expanding into England as it targets significant revenue and employment growth.
Porth-based Arch Utility Services has opened a new base in Plymouth with more planned in the south of England and the Midlands.
Its turnover this year is set to break the £2m barrier, before increasing to £3.5m by 2022. Staff levels, over the same period, are expected to increase from 33 presently to over 50.
The business specialises in remote repair techniques ,including, robotics to maintain and repair culverts, drains and sewers.
It also conducts environmental, construction, compliance and mapping CCTV surveys for a wide range of customers.
It was acquired in a management-buyout last year and has received a six-figure investment to supports its growth plans by 海角视频SE, a subsidiary of Tata Steel.
Managing director, Damian Tranter, said: “We plan to open more bases in Southern England and the Midlands as we increase our presence along the M4 and M5 corridors.
"Training is a huge part of what we do and we ensure that our skills and knowledge are always up to date."
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Arch has secured a series of new business wins with utility companies in the water and rail sectors, as well as with local authorities in Wales and the south of England.
As well as organic growth the business said it is on the lookout for strategic acquisition opportunities to accelerate expansion.
海角视频SE investment executive Martin Palmer said: “Arch has impressive plans for growth and has identified clear opportunities in the marketplace, building on existing relationships as well as forging new ones.
“The company has a robust business plan and an experienced team to put it into practice. It is encouraging that new jobs are to be created benefiting the local economy. We wish them every success.”
Arch has an experienced team on board, including sales director Dave Lewis and operations managers Kevin Sadd and Leigh Thomas.
Andy Aldred is in charge of the new Plymouth operation.
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