Upperton Pharma Solutions is a specialist Contract Development and Manufacturing
Organisation (CDMO) to the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology sectors based in Nottingham. 

Following a successful application for the D2N2 Business Investment Fund grant, Upperton Pharma Solutions were able to grow significantly. This included the purchase of new equipment which enabled the business to secure new contracts and to hire new staff. 

By helping Upperton expand our services and capabilities, the D2N2 Growth Hub have helped Upperton give back to the local community with 5 of our recent hires recently graduating from local universities as well as strengthening Upperton’s position which in turn supports our current staff. Upperton look forward to future collaborations with the Growth Hub and strongly recommend businesses explore how the Growth Hub could support them.

Dr Ian Lafferty, Technical Director at Upperton Pharma Solutions

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TQC is a privately owned company based in Nottingham, who for over 35 years have been providing innovative turnkey solutions to special  engineering applications. 

TQC were successfully awarded a grant from the D2N2 Growth Hub Business Investment Fund. The grant will allow investment into developing existing mechanical and electrical CAD systems including the purchase of software and hardware. 

"TQC is really excited about the grant assistance that the D2N2 ERDF has given. In the new work reality of remote working, this project will extend our capability to supply hi-tech machines whilst enabling safe working for our staff"

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RISK & Safety Management Services is a multiple-award-winning health and safety training and consultancy solution provider, based in North Nottinghamshire. Having received grant funding from the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund, RISK have been able to develop a portal which gives delegates access to course materials, revision kits and other resources. 

The grant funding from the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund has enabled us to develop a portal which will allow delegates to access course materials, revision kits and a post-course alumni for those achieving the professional qualification standard.

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Koobr is a creative agency specialising in branding, graphic design, web & app design and digital marketing. Established in 2013 by Craig Barker, Koobr is currently reporting year-on-year growth of 25% and has recently moved to a new studio in Friar Gate, which hosts many of Derby’s leading creative businesses. With grant funding from the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund , Koobr have been able to invest in the equipment needed to support additional team members. 

Much of our business is won through referrals, and we had reached the point where we needed to grow the team in order to meet demand. The move into our new Friar Gate studio has provided dedicated meeting facilities and will facilitate our next stage of growth.

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Using the latest CAD software, KN Technical offer a full Building Information Modelling (BIM) and detailing service to steelwork fabricators, main contractors, architects and consulting engineers. They assist their clients with 3D steel detailing, whilst offering technical support and commercial tracking of projects through the design stages. Upon receipt of the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund the company has been able to invest in the recruitment of new graduate talent to help grow the business. 

We have chosen to invest in the future of the business by bringing in quality graduate-level employees who can learn from the experience that Kevin and I have gained throughout our careers. The grant funding has helped us to provide the infrastructure to increase our team from 2 to 4 to meet the needs of our clients both now and in the near future.

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Established in 1965, A-Chem are a manufacturer of liquid solutions. They formulate, blend and fill chemical solutions for various markets, including high-end car care and detailing products, and wood treatments. With help from the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund, the company has been able to invest in a state of the art mixing station to help them expand their product range. 

The D2N2 Capital Growth Fund has assisted us to invest in a state-of-the-art mixing station, which will help us to expand our product range and the types of products that we can manufacture. Our investment in technology ensures that we continue to meet the growing demands from our existing customers and enables us to develop niche and bespoke products for customers old and new.

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Motorhome Depot are an innovative Mansfield business who are now set for the next phase of growth thanks to grant funding from the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund.

"Our business has developed from a team of 4 in 2012 to 35 employees today. The creation of additional space will provide us with a platform for future growth."

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Rofl Audio are a Nottingham based recording studio who are ready to embark on a phase of growth following receipt of a grant from the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund. The grant funding that they received will help to support the introduction of new technical equipment for the studio.

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SGD 3D are a Nottingham-based 3D printing company. After working with the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund they are now able to offer a full design service to their customers following receipt of a grant from the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund.

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SBK Computers Ltd provide IT solutions for small and medium sized businesses, both locally and nationally. With help from the D2N2 Capital Growth Fund grant, SBK has renovated its internal facilities to improve energy efficiency and soundproofing throughout the company’s premises at Holmewood.

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The University of Derby's Invest to Grow programme provides grants and loans of between £15,000 and £250,000 to support private-sector businesses across the East Midlands to innovate, grow and create jobs. Some examples of businesses that have benefited from the scheme include: 

EPS

Legendary Games

Middlebrook

N & R Needham Co Ltd

Onomi

Surescreen

The National Forest Spring Water Company

Embrace U Consultancy received business advice and support from the Growth Hub, enabling the company to successfully apply for a grant to purchase all the equipment, software and development work for their growing business.

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