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Longbenton manufacturer focuses on growth following biggest ever contract

Longbenton-based rubber lining suppliers Acquaseal Rubber Ltd say they plan to grow following their biggest contract to date with oil platform manufactuer OGN.

The 12-strong firm is recruiting additional staff as managing director Jason Armstrong concentrates on the trade show circuit to scoop contracts.

A new production manager in the shape of Doug Heslop has been recruited to manage the day-to-day running of the business’s production.

Jason Armstrong said: “We are determined to continue building on our success, which has included winning the most substantial order in the company’s 40-plus year history.

“Appointing a factory manager is a significant move as it will allow me to concentrate on business development. We also are about to take on an additional manufacturing worker and hope that further recruitment will take place in the coming months.”

The plans follow Barrier Group Ltd acquiring a 49% stake in Aquaseal Rubber, with the aim of helping expand the business’s presence in wider markets.

Robert Bowles, chairman of Barrier Group, added: “We knew when we acquired a stake in Aquaseal Rubber that it was a company with a strong history and an excellent reputation for quality and service.

“Its continuing success and business development plans reinforces the faith we have in Aquaseal Rubber’s future.”

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