Jun 20, 2013

It has been a record-breaking second quarter for leading wire and cable lubricant manufacturer Metalube, with sales 33% ahead of its previous record quarter and overall sales 25% ahead of last year. This continues a trend of growth over the past three years, that has seen Metalube double its sales.

Coinciding with this good news and as part of the UK Government’s Export Growth Week, the company has welcomed Clive Drinkwater, Director, UK Trade & Investment (Northwest), to its Manchester factory.

Douglas Hunt, Metalube’s Commercial Director, commented: “We export nearly all of our products and it is very encouraging that the UKTI are supporting our industry. Clive Drinkwater discussed with us in depth the many opportunities and challenges that we face as a successful exporter.”

The company plans to celebrate its year-end in August with the presentation of its well-earned and highly prestigious Queen’s Award. The Lord Lieutenant of Greater Manchester will present the accolade on Thursday 5 September 2013 at a presentation event attended by employees, families and local dignitaries.

“The presentation day will coincide with our annual sales training week, when many of our international team from India, China, Malaysia and Brazil will join us in Manchester. It will give Metalube the opportunity to thank all our employees for their hard work. Success like this doesn’t happen on its own and we are privileged to work with such a fantastic team.” Adds Douglas Hunt.