Lighting manufacturers eye bright futures

A Durham-based lighting manufacturer is set to shine even brighter following the takeover of a leading North Yorkshire firm. 

Artech Lighting has acquired Keighley-based Powerlite Fitzgerald, in a move bosses say is designed to create new opportunities for both businesses and strengthen their positions in the competitive lighting sector, both in the UK and in overseas markets. 

The deal brings together two industry innovators known for their commitment to quality and efficiency. 

While Artech operates globally from its Durham base, Powerlite Fitzgerald has been a prominent player in the UK market for over 40 years. 

Despite the buy-out, both companies will continue to operate independently, preserving their strong reputations and expertise.

Stuart Hylton, managing director at Artech Lighting, said: “This is exciting for both Artech and Powerlite Fitzgerald, and we’re proud to be custodians of these industry disrupters. 

“Both companies have solid foundations rooted in the industry, but this partnership allows us to build on our successes, increasing investment and opportunity for both parties, whilst continuing business as usual independently.

“When the opportunity to invest in Powerlite Fitzgerald came along, it immediately made sense. 

“Both are prominent names in lighting, and ones I’ve known since the start of my own career, so it’s come full circle to now be custodian of these recognised brands and this fantastic organisation. 

“While we will share and instil best practice across both companies, there will be no ‘centralising’ of services – these are two separate businesses operating in different markets with an enviable set of in-house expertise, something we will be looking to build on in the coming months.”

Nick Robinson, retiring managing director of Powerlite Fitzgerald, added: “After a long and fulfilling career with Powerlite Fitzgerald, I wanted to ensure that the business would be handed over to an organisation that truly values its legacy and future.

“Artech Lighting is a trusted company and under the team’s management I’m certain thatPowerlite Fitzgerald will continue to thrive, with Artech putting the best interests of both the business and its people first.”

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