Harrogate engineers gear up for growth

A Harrogate-based engineering company is expanding its team in response to rising global demand.

Synthotech, which develops robotic pipeline inspection and leak detection systems, plans to double its engineering team from six to twelve by the end of 2025. 

The company saw a 17 per cent increase in turnover in 2024, boosted by a surge in international orders and a doubling of its contract service offer. 

Investment in a new water technology hub has already created eight jobs, while the company recently secured £7.3 million in funding to develop its water and multi-utility inspection technologies through its research division Synovate, with bosses saying a growth of 40 per cent is expected in 2025.

Mark Tindley, managing director of Synthotech, said: “Our recent advancements in robotics and leak detection technology are helping utility companies operate more efficiently and reduce the impact of repairs on the public.

“We are seeing a significant rise in demand across gas and electricity infrastructure. 

“Network operators are under pressure to modernise ageing systems, reduce carbon emissions and reduce customer disruption. 

“Our technologies are designed to do just that by supporting faster, safer and more sustainable maintenance.

Mark added: “We’ve put innovation at the heart of our business, and new technology is helping us solve our customers' big challenges.”

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