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22/03/2016
Over 90 New Jobs Announced For Magherafelt
More than 90 new jobs are to be created in Magherafelt over the next two years as part of a £4 million expansion by Bloc Blinds, Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Jonathan Bell has announced.
Supported by Invest Northern Ireland and First Trust Bank, Bloc Blinds' investment includes new manufacturing facilities and extensive market development activities to help drive export sales, particularly in Europe and the US.
Minister Bell said: "Bloc Blinds is a growing innovative business and this announcement is welcome news for Magherafelt and the local manufacturing industry. The significant investment in new premises, recruitment of the new staff and increased marketing and development activities will help Bloc Blinds position itself a global player in the window covering market.
"The 93 new manufacturing jobs to be recruited over the next three years will contribute £1.7million annually in additional salaries to the local economy. With full manufacturing and multi skilled training provided to all production employees at Bloc Blinds, this expansion offers attractive roles for those returning to work or seeking alternative employment.
"Invest Northern Ireland's offer of £465,000 is helping this indigenous manufacturer to implement its growth plans quickly so it can maximise opportunities in a worldwide market."
Bloc Blinds specialises in the design and manufacture of window blinds and recently moved into its renovated and extended new premises at Station Road, Magherafelt.
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Supported by Invest Northern Ireland and First Trust Bank, Bloc Blinds' investment includes new manufacturing facilities and extensive market development activities to help drive export sales, particularly in Europe and the US.
Minister Bell said: "Bloc Blinds is a growing innovative business and this announcement is welcome news for Magherafelt and the local manufacturing industry. The significant investment in new premises, recruitment of the new staff and increased marketing and development activities will help Bloc Blinds position itself a global player in the window covering market.
"The 93 new manufacturing jobs to be recruited over the next three years will contribute £1.7million annually in additional salaries to the local economy. With full manufacturing and multi skilled training provided to all production employees at Bloc Blinds, this expansion offers attractive roles for those returning to work or seeking alternative employment.
"Invest Northern Ireland's offer of £465,000 is helping this indigenous manufacturer to implement its growth plans quickly so it can maximise opportunities in a worldwide market."
Bloc Blinds specialises in the design and manufacture of window blinds and recently moved into its renovated and extended new premises at Station Road, Magherafelt.
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