AN EXHALL company has celebrated a significant milestone by being honoured with the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade.
The company was recognised for its commitment to excellence and innovation during the pandemic.
Arrowsmith Engineering, part of the ASG Group also achieved a Queen’s Award for Enterpise in International Trade in 2020.
Civil aviation experienced a 40 per cent reduction in activity during the pandemic.
The award acknowledged it’s achievements in expanding its global footprint and driving export growth.
Arrowsmith Engineering’s has a recent string of multi-million long-term agreements with industry giants such as ITP Spain, Incora, and Rolls-Royce.
The company plan to surpass £25million in annual sales over the next two years and create additional job opportunities, including getting more women into engineering.
Jason Aldridge, managing director of Arrowsmith Engineering, said: “The King’s Award is fantastic news for our business and is testimony to how our staff have gone above and beyond to help us overcome the troubles of the pandemic and emerge even stronger.
“It will help us with recruitment, especially when you consider we are competing with some major carmakers and aerospace primes locally.
“The process is one of the most stringent in business and I’m delighted for our wonderful staff
“Yes, we have invested heavily in the best technology, but our people are still our greatest asset and selling point, this Award is for them.”
Coun Martin Watson, portfolio holder for economy at Warwickshire County Council, said: “Arrowsmith Engineering’s recognition with The King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade is not just a moment of pride for the company, but a great contribution towards Warwickshire’s economic growth and its ongoing position as a hub of innovation and industry.”
