An engineering firm is set to double the team size at its Barrow base, due to a surge in demand.
Forth Engineering opened Forth Fabrications in the town in 2023. With existing projects taking the team to capacity, operations manager Carl Hallows is now launching a hunt for key personnel to ensure future contracts can be delivered.
The existing Barrow team of eight is expected to double to 16 in the coming months.
Carl said: “The fabrication unit has taken off spectacularly since it was launched last year – the team is just about keeping up with demand. But with no anticipated slowdown in the requirements of our existing clients, and new businesses wanting to commission work, we need to expand.
“That means more well-paid, highly skilled jobs for the local area and economy which is fantastic – and it of course means as a business, we can continue to operate as a vibrant contributor to the engineering sector in Barrow.
“We have a sharp focus on quality outputs so getting the right people will be crucial – but I have every faith they exist either in Barrow of the surrounding communities.”
In the last 12 months Forth has increased turnover by 50%, profits have increased, and the firm’s total workforce has grown by 20%.
The company has invested heavily in new premises by opening a third site at Cleator Moor’s Leconfield estate.
Forth Fabrications was launched from a newly acquired facility in Barrow to support BAE Systems submarine division and other industries across the region, creating five new jobs and helping the company deliver end-to-end solutions to a diverse range of clients.
Forth’s managing director Mark Telford said: “Barrow has a thriving industrial corridor with a diverse range of businesses, many of which are working at the cutting edge of technology and redefining what is possible.
“As a solutions-led engineering business, we are uniquely placed to support our industry colleagues through the provision of expertly fabricated components – and our Barrow team play a key role in the delivery of this.
“Investing in more people, skills and expertise is absolutely the right thing to do as this part of the business expands and enjoys success.”
