A North-east manufacturing company has marked the official opening of its purpose designed headquarters.

Ellon-based LFH Engineering welcomed Gordon MSP, Alex Salmond, Scotland’s first minister, to the facility to see firsthand how the firm has developed since setting up almost a year ago.

During the visit Mr Salmond toured the site, inspecting the company’s specialist machinery – in which LFH recently invested more than £400,000. This investment has enabled the company to establish 24 hour operations in response to continuing demand for its services, while expanding the production capabilities of the company as a whole.

The company, which specialises in the manufacture of marine diesel engine coolant pumps, has also significantly increased staffing levels during this time and currently employs 32 staff.

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On opening the factory, Gordon MSP, Alex Salmond praised the continuing success of the firm.

He said: “The North-east is known around the world for its engineering expertise, and LFH is a fine example of top engineering output. From the diesel engine pumps and ship propulsion systems produced here to the engineering talent of our skilled offshore industry, this area boasts a wealth of technical ability that is second to none.”

Managing Director, Les Hill, was delighted to have the opportunity to show Mr Salmond the work LFH carries out on a daily basis.

He said: “During the visit I had the chance to speak to Mr Salmond about the importance of a strong UK exporting market to companies like ourselves and the hopes that we have for the future of our industry.

“The past ten months have seen a great deal of change and development at LFH. This has been matched by a great deal of optimism throughout the industry for the future of the manufacturing sector, something which we are committed to being a part of.”

LFH Engineering is based at Castlepark Industrial Estate, Ellon and has an impressive client list including Rolls Royce, MAN Diesel and Caterpillar.

(GK)