4 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Torfaen MP Nick Thomas-Symonds visits Wiltan in Pontypool
Torfaen MP Nick Thomas-Symonds visited Wiltan in Pontypool, a manufacturer of strip wound cores in electrical steels and cut laminations for the transformer industry.
The company exports products to global markets, and the visit focused on the export services available to businesses in Torfaen through the Department for Business and Trade.
Nick Thomas-Symonds MP said: "It was fantastic to visit Wiltan in Pontypool to see how exporting can help a business grow.
"The three trade deals the Government have signed are real opportunities for growth, and as local I'm keen to help Torfaen firms unlock their potential and bring jobs and investment to our communities.
"If you're based in Torfaen and think this support provided by the Department for Business and Trade could be relevant for your business, or if you'd like help making contact with the right team, my office is here to assist, so do get in touch on 01495 740498 or
Rhys Jones, general manager at Wiltan, said: "We were delighted to welcome Nick Thomas-Symonds MP to our facility and to have the opportunity to showcase the work we do here in Pontypool for customers around the world.
"I shared with Nick how Wiltan's long-standing owners remain committed to the future of the business and to continuing to provide local employment.
"We are currently working with the Welsh Government with the aim of securing funding to enhance our in-house capabilities and to establish a strong foundation for future growth and sustainability."
The Department for Business and Trade offers a range of support, including free webinars, market insights, expert advice, and access to finance through UK Export Finance, as well as peer support.
