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News Release from: Phoenix Contact
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 26 December 2003
Phoenix Contact transfers HQ to Telford
One of the world's leading innovators and manufacturers of connectivity products and automation solutions has relocated its British Headquarters to Halesfield, Telford
One of the world's leading innovators and manufacturers of connectivity products and automation solutions has relocated its British Headquarters to Halesfield, Telford to place it at the heart of the UK manufacturing industry Phoenix Contact was founded in Germany in 1923 and now has a Global network of national subsidiaries in over 30 countries, with a workforce of over 5000 people
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 24 Feb 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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This move, of Phoenix Contact from Wokingham, Berkshire has generated local jobs in addition to the relocation of some of its existing staff and enhanced its sales, marketing, logistics and admin functions for a growing customer and distributor base.
The company was first assisted by Telford Development Agency three years ago when it set up its marketing and automation operation in Hortonwood, and in this recent relocation.
Inward Investment Manager Kim Gilmour, said "I am delighted that a company of the calibre of Phoenix Contact has given a further vote of confidence to Telford by relocating its UK headquarters here".
The company has warehousing and purpose designed customer areas for on-site meetings, and training courses along with a permanent exhibition in one central location.
Telford was selected because of its reputation as a modern manufacturing base, its easy access to the motorway network and availability of modern property.
The principal product ranges for Phoenix Contact include: printed circuit board connectors, modular terminal blocks, fieldbus networking systems, surge voltage protection devices, industrial plug and socket connectors and signal interface units.
In all of these areas, Phoenix Contact can offer technical expertise and cost effective solutions. Request free introductory details about products from Phoenix Contact ...
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