Recognition for Sowerby Bridge firm as 'export champion'

A firm that has seen substantial growth in international trading is to support other companies to do similarly.
Dr Alexander Celik, group managing director of Rosehill Polymers GroupDr Alexander Celik, group managing director of Rosehill Polymers Group
Dr Alexander Celik, group managing director of Rosehill Polymers Group

A firm that has seen substantial growth in international trading is to support other companies to do similarly.

The Sowerby Bridge based Rosehill Polymers Group has been recognised as an export champion by the Department for International Trade, following its continued expansion into a range of overseas markets.

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As an export champion the company will offer practical advice to other businesses in the Northern Powerhouse Region who also hope to expand.

The Export Champion Community was launched by the International Trade Secretary in February 2019, following requests from businesses seeking support from their peers.

It is designed to help businesses think in global terms. By the end of 2020, there will be up to 150 export champions active across the north of England.

Rosehill Polymers Group is a long established company that employs over 100 people, and is a market leader in the

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design, development and manufacture of polymer systems. Its divisions span industries including highways, offshore oil, gas and renewable energy, rail, sports and play, and security.

Dr Alexander Celik, group managing director of Rosehill Polymers Group, said: “We’ll be redoubling our efforts to support any regional businesses looking to either start exporting or break into new markets, and will be encouraging other local exporters to do the same.”

Paul Stowers, DIT’s head of region for the North West, said: “Any business looking to enter new markets, or start exporting for the first time, should get in touch with their local DIT International Trade Adviser to find out how exporting could help them reach their full growth potential.”

“We’ll be redoubling our efforts to support any regional businesses looking to either start exporting or break into new markets..”

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