Jobs have been created by family-run Packaging One following a seven-figure funding deal from NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland.
The provider of protective wrappings and boxes, among other products, intends to double its workforce to 80 people following the funding injection. Expansion into the firm's 44,000 sqft premises in Middlewich has given Packaging One increased manufacturing capabilities by about 70% amid a recently secured contract with an unnamed customer described as a 'global tech giant' for its patented MediaWrap product which is used for protecting trade-in and recycled mobile devices.
Packaging One was set up in 2008 and is run by husband-and-wife team Ian and Emma Chesworth, who have more than 30 years' experience in the industry. The business' operations span the 海角视频, Europe and USA
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Mr Chesworth, director of Packaging One, said: “The expansion is a huge step in our growth and development. Not only is it good for our business but we are proud to be able to contribute to our community by creating new jobs and employing local people.”
Fellow director Mrs Chesworth added: "We have been working with the NatWest team for almost two decades. Over that time, they have partnered with us to support our business and helped us reach key milestones around our growth and expansion."
Claire Morley, senior relationship manager at NatWest, said: “We are thrilled to support Ian, Emma and the Packaging One family as they begin a new chapter in their business development. As the 海角视频’s biggest bank for small businesses, we work collaboratively with customers to understand their needs and help them find solutions to support their businesses as they grow.
"The deal is fantastic news for the business but also for the wider community, and we wish Ian, Emma and Packaging One every success in their future business growth aspirations."