Rachel Hunter, Head of Operations at HIE in Shetland, said: "The company will be able to increase capacity and accept more orders with this modern equipment, and it is hoped that the new machinery will significantly increase production levels. Shetland has a unique and globally recognised textile heritage and Shetland knitwear is currently very much in vogue in the international marketplace." The business was also supported by the Scottish Textiles Academic Group's "Business Improvement Programme" during the planning phase. David Breckenridge, project manager, said: "The Scottish Textiles Academic Group was very pleased to be able to help Laurence develop his ambitious and far-sighted business plan. The planned investment and the level of support from HIE and SIC demonstrate a firm commitment from both the private sector and the public sector to the future of the textile industry in the Shetland Isles."
A Shetland knitwear manufacturing business is increasing its workforce and investing in new machinery to keep pace with rising demand at home and over#
Sheila Keith, project officer from Shetland Islands Council said, "This is a project which sends a strong message that the textile sector is open for business in Shetland. The investment comes on the back of work concluded earlier this year into production constraints in the local industry, and is a significant step towards improving local production capacity."
A Shetland knitwear manufacturing business is increasing its workforce and investing in new machinery to keep pace with rising demand at home and over#
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