A local family-run company, specialising in manufacturing high end automated photochromic coating and cleaning equipment, is moving to Centurion Park.
Shyre Ltd, which began trading in 2013, is the only company in the world offering a turn-key photochromic coating system to lens factories and labs who in turn, produce glasses. It exports its specialist machines to niche companies around the globe.
Following substantial growth in both staffing and turnout, Lee Gough, co-founder of the family-run business made the decision to upgrade and take on a 8500 ft² unit at Centurion Park in Shrewsbury. It is one of 24 new units built as part of our £3.5m redevelopment scheme.
Lee said: “2019 was a significant year for us and in order to maintain the upward trend, we needed to upscale production and invest in additional equipment. The units at Centurion are a unique offering and we have ample room to continue growing for years to come.
“The current challenges affecting businesses around the world certainly weren’t expected but we’re determined to continue thriving this year. While adaptions have been essential, we’ve retained a full complement of staff in the workshop, in the field and at home. The extra space at Centurion will certainly help as we emerge from lockdown and drive forward with our expansion plans.”
The business has taken the unit on a 15 years lease. Only eight of the new units remain available at Centurion Park, we completed works in early January 2020.
Letting agent Toby Shaw, at Towler Shaw Roberts said: “New-build industrial units provide flexibility with plenty of room to adapt according to requirements. The units at Centurion appeal to a range of businesses with flexible leasing and affordable quality.”
Liz Lowe, Head of Estates, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming Shyre to Centurion Park and were able to meet their specific requirements with a fully bespoke fitout, in order for operations to continue. Shyre joins a diverse range of businesses based at Centurion which only strengthens its appeal as an ideal location.
The units are in six buildings and range in size from 1,840 ft² to 2,508 ft² with internal office accommodation and ample customer and staff parking. The estate is monitored by CCTV and has easy access to the A5 Shrewsbury bypass, A49 and M54 motorway.
We have owned and managed Centurion Park on Kendal Road since 2002. Several older buildings were demolished to make way for the new development. The site’s diverse mix of businesses includes trade counters, industrial and storage units.
