Pictured: Richard Goodman (Goodman Metalworks), Wolfgang
Buttress, Nick Pigott (NatWest)
A commission from Kangaroo Point Park in Brisbane, Australia has
opened up new international trade markets for Nottingham
engineering company Goodman Metalworks. The new Venus Rising
sculpture which will be based in the centre of the city has been
supported with fresh funding from their banking partners
NatWest.
Goodman Metalworks, based at Colwick Industrial Estate is an
engineering company supplying finished machined fabrications in
mild and stainless steel. Established in 1964 the family owned
business has grown through its reputation to today's standing where
they operate from 45,000sq ft having expanded recently due to
demand for their services. Their customers are based across the UK
and Europe operating in sectors such as - quarrying, automotive,
mining, ground support, aerodynamics and construction. They are
also big supporters and investors in apprenticeship
programmes.
The new sculpture is 23 metres high and made of stainless steel.
It has been designed by Nottingham architect Wolfgang Buttress who
has created similar sculptures that have featured in both Belfast
and Manchester.
NatWest have increased the working capital support they extend
to Goodman's to allow them to meet the costs of the commission
including the shipment to Australia. Their support also provides
the company with additional headroom to seek further market
opportunities.
Speaking of the commission, Richard Goodman, managing director,
Goodman Metalworks said: "This is one of our largest international
commissions and is exciting because it introduces our work to a new
market. Traditionally our customers have been based across the UK
and Europe, so the chance to broaden our market reach creates new
opportunities for the company as we move into 2012."
Nick Pigott, relationship director, commercial banking at
NatWest who arranged the funding added: "This is a great example of
a traditional Nottingham company expanding through the sourcing of
new markets for their services. Our finance helps them to meet the
cost of the construction and fulfilment of the contract."