International anilox supplier Sandon Global, which is based in Runcorn, North West of England, was recently recognized at the UK Halton Chamber Business Awards.

At the awards, Sandon Global achieved two business awards. It received “Manufacturer Of The Year,” which was awarded for demonstrating how the company’s continuous improvement program has directly benefited their customers, and how its approach to new product development and innovation allows diversification into new markets.

Secondly, the “Business Of The Year” award was judged to be the overall winner across all 15 award categories. Halton Chamber CEO Rachel Owen said, “Sandon Global is a shining example of the strength and depth of technical skills and talent within Halton Borough. I understand that Sandon’s new bespoke facility is expected to create up to 10 apprenticeships each year plus 30 skilled jobs over the next five years. Reinforcing the decision made by our panel of judges to select Sandon Global for the Business Of The Year title this year.”

Sandon Global CEO John Millington added, “I am extremely proud to have received both the awards, which are testament to our dedicated, loyal and highly skilled team, working alongside our international network of specialist agents. We are currently preparing for a significant step change in our business. Regardless of the political landscape and uncertainty, we have spent time researching and challenging our strategies to the point where we have the conviction and skills to build on our ongoing success. Being recognized by Halton Chamber is very humbling but also reassuring that we are on the right path. The next chapter in the history of our business is one that excites, motivates and drives our business and its people.”

This news follows the recent announcement of a brand new site for the advanced manufacturing business. The new UK headquarters is reported to provide extra manufacturing capacity and contain a state-of-the art research and development function located only a short distance from its current site on Manor Park.

This expansion, coupled with the addition of a brand new and dedicated engineering operation located in a facility directly opposite the new HQ, signifies a clear intention for growth. Millington added, ”Sandon Global Engineering Limited provides total quality assurance to our customers and strategic partners, ultimately delivering a complete anilox solution. In short, our sleeves and rolls are manufactured from start to finish to our stringent quality standards. This delivers on our core brand values of ‘Expertise, Precision, Continuous Improvement and Service.’ The new facility will also provide us with the ideal platform to fast track our exciting R&D projects.”