From humble beginnings in 1978 and following an exciting journey of diversification, product development, investment, acquisitions and expansion, Penny Engineering celebrated its 40th anniversary this year.
Family owned lifting equipment manufacturer Penny Engineering Ltd opened a new £2M manufacturing facility in Clowne, Derbyshire on Thursday 5th October. British banker and former chairman of Barclays bank, Sir David Walker opened the new plant following completion of the 18-month project.
Here, Penny family member Jess Penny chats to Sir David Walker about his thoughts on UK manufacturing, family business and how to thrive in a complex financial climate.