Bilston firm's joy at receiving prestigious King's Award for Enterprise
Bosses at Bilston based Bowers & Jones have been celebrating after the manufacturing firm was named a recipient of one of the UK's most prestigious accolades - the King's Award for Enterprise.
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The company, which specialises in the design, manufacture and refurbishment of equipment for the metal forming industry, has been honoured in the international trade category in recognition of its significant growth in exports - with 80 per cent of the firm's sales now coming from international markets.
Managing director Jane Sommerville and finance director Nicola Owen, acquired the business in 2020 and successfully navigated significant challenges including the Covid-19 pandemic and relocating the premises from Featherstone, South Staffordshire, to Bilston during lockdown.
Under their ownership, the company has more than doubled its turnover and serves more than 300 customers across the UK, North America, Europe and beyond.
Bowers & Jones managing director Jane Sommerville said: "This award represents a tremendous achievement for our entire business. To receive such prestigious recognition, especially after the challenges we faced since acquiring the business in 2020, is rewarding and a testament to our dedication to excellence in international trade."
