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06/02/2013
Portadown Firm Secures Contracts In Paris
Portadown-based The Deluxe Group has secured two substantial contracts with a world renowned theme park in Paris worth over 2.5 million Euros following research and development (R&D) support from Invest Northern Ireland.
The Deluxe Group is a bespoke joinery firm which specialises in luxury fit out. The contract, commencing in February will see Deluxe carry out the installation of themed finishes to the interiors of a new flagship ride and restaurant at the Paris theme park.
The majority of the detailed design development and manufacturing will take place at their head office and workshop in Portadown before being shipped to Paris for installation. Invest NI offered £91,000 of support, including part funding from the European Regional Development Fund, towards a £227,500 investment in research by Deluxe.
Following a lengthy bid process, Deluxe won the two theme park contracts against stiff competition from companies throughout Europe. Managing Director, Colm O'Farrell commented: "We are very grateful to Invest NI for providing key funding on a R&D project which eventually led us towards this prestigious contract. Without their funding we would not have been able to pursue various avenues that the R&D project opened up for us which we feel gave us an edge over our competition."
Alastair Hamilton, Chief Executive of Invest NI said: "The impact of the downturn on local construction companies has been well documented and it remains vital for the sector to innovate if they are to maximise business opportunities.
"Deluxe has fully embraced R&D and used it effectively to develop new manufacturing techniques and new products so it can compete in the high value luxury design and fit out market. It is very positive to see how this has allowed Deluxe to diversify and seek out significant business opportunities in new markets, particularly Europe, and set a firm foundation for future growth."
The Deluxe Group is a bespoke joinery firm which specialises in luxury fit out. The contract, commencing in February will see Deluxe carry out the installation of themed finishes to the interiors of a new flagship ride and restaurant at the Paris theme park.
The majority of the detailed design development and manufacturing will take place at their head office and workshop in Portadown before being shipped to Paris for installation. Invest NI offered £91,000 of support, including part funding from the European Regional Development Fund, towards a £227,500 investment in research by Deluxe.
Following a lengthy bid process, Deluxe won the two theme park contracts against stiff competition from companies throughout Europe. Managing Director, Colm O'Farrell commented: "We are very grateful to Invest NI for providing key funding on a R&D project which eventually led us towards this prestigious contract. Without their funding we would not have been able to pursue various avenues that the R&D project opened up for us which we feel gave us an edge over our competition."
Alastair Hamilton, Chief Executive of Invest NI said: "The impact of the downturn on local construction companies has been well documented and it remains vital for the sector to innovate if they are to maximise business opportunities.
"Deluxe has fully embraced R&D and used it effectively to develop new manufacturing techniques and new products so it can compete in the high value luxury design and fit out market. It is very positive to see how this has allowed Deluxe to diversify and seek out significant business opportunities in new markets, particularly Europe, and set a firm foundation for future growth."
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