A West Yorkshire manufacturer of industrial machinery has got its sights set on expanding into emerging markets following a financial boost.
Huddersfield-based Thomas Broadbent & Sons, which was founded in 1864 as a leading supplier of industrial centrifuges for various industries, is looking to expand into the green energy sector after securing a flexible, multi-million-pound asset-based lending facility from Independent Growth Finance (IGF).
The funding is strategically designed to support their ambitious growth plans and expansion into emerging markets. It will enable Thomas Broadbent to enhance its operational capabilities and drive innovation as it embraces new opportunities in the green energy sector. This includes working alongside strategic partners to pioneer advancements in carbon capture, flue gas desulfurisation, and water recovery — all aimed at reducing emissions and enhancing resource recovery.
With IGF’s support, Thomas Broadbent is positioned to continue expanding its capabilities, meeting the needs of traditional clients, and venturing into transformative new markets. The Huddersfield-based business is a family-owned UK engineering powerhouse and has been a trusted name in industrial centrifuges since 1864, serving key sectors like sugar, energy, petrochemical, and industrial laundry. It has a rich legacy in technical expertise and recently shifted its focus into green energy and recycling markets, showcasing its commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Their custom-designed equipment, built at their UK manufacturing facility at Queen Street South in Huddersfield, serves over 50 markets worldwide. The business has dedicated offices in the US, Thailand, China, and India providing localised support and services. Thomas Broadbent’s specialised onsite process laboratory enables their clients to scale up production confidently, ensuring each solution is tailored to client needs, from sugar processing to advanced recycling.
Matt Durkin Jones, Finance Director of Thomas Broadbent commented: “The funding from IGF will play a crucial role in supporting our growth initiatives across various sectors. Their partnership and understanding of our business needs will enable us to pursue new opportunities, including our commitment to sustainability and innovation.”
Richard Spielbichler, ABL Director at IGF in Manchester, commented: “We’re excited to partner with Thomas Broadbent and look forward to working alongside them to help achieve their growth objectives into new markets and ongoing innovation.”
A team from Interpath provided Debt Advisory services to Thomas Broadbent to secure the businesses first holistic finance raise in its 160-year history.
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