Shipley engineering firm creates four jobs after Towns Fund grants
Development Engineering Services Ltd (DES), based on the Acorn Park Industrial Estate, created the roles after securing two grants from the Shipley Towns Fund, totalling more than £50,000.
The first grant of £11,400 supported the purchase of two CNC machines and an extraction system, leading to the creation of two jobs.
A second grant of £39,000 funded an additional CNC machine, enabling the business to create two additional roles.
DES also plans to purchase an aluminium briquette machine to facilitate improved storage of aluminium waste.
Paul Stenton, managing director of DES, said: "This investment from Shipley Towns Fund has allowed us to invest in new machinery, therefore increasing our efficiencies and growing our team."
Councillor Alex Ross-Shaw, Bradford Council's portfolio holder for regeneration, transport, and planning, said: "The Council's Invest in Bradford team has been able to provide business advice and support.
"This is an excellent example of investment leading to growth and tangible long-term employment opportunities for local people."
The Towns Fund Capital Assistance to Business Growth Programme is available until March 2026.
For an expression of interest form, or for further information, visit https://www.investinbradford.com/business-support/keighley-and-shipley-towns-fund/ or email info@investinbradford.com
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