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ALTIMEX LTD WELCOMES LORD MAYOR

OF CHESTER FOR INSIGHT INTO UK

ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING

Altimex Ltd welcomed the Lord Mayor of Chester for enabling fast turnaround times whilst maintaining
a visit and guided tour of its facilities, showcasing its consistently high standards of quality. The tour also
UK-based electronics manufacturing capabilities, offered insight into Altimex’s strong commitment
commitment to skills development, and to developing skills, investing in local talents,
contribution to the local economy. and supporting the growth of a highly-skilled UK
manufacturing workforce.
A particularly valuable part of the visit was the
opportunity for The Lord Mayor to speak with
members of the Altimex team to learn more about
the skills and expertise involved in electronics
manufacturing and to understand how the company
contributes to the local economy through its UK-
based operations. She also met with apprentices,
learning about their experiences, training, and
career development within the business.

Commenting on the visit, The Lord Mayor said:
“The visit was an exciting opportunity to see the
work Altimex are doing with both local and national
companies, including aviation, for example
Manchester Airport, . They have strong partnerships
with Cheshire College and other local providers, as
This week, Altimex Ltd was honoured to welcome
well as close links with the Chamber of Commerce
a visit from The Lord Mayor of Chester to receive a
and the Cheshire and Warrington Careers Hub.
tour of the company and learn more about its role
in delivering high-quality electronics manufacturing I was also pleased to learn that they host work
solutions in the UK. This visit provided an exciting experience placements, support apprenticeships
opportunity to see first-hand how Altimex supports and early careers, and actively promote STEM
a wide range of industries through bespoke, reliable pathways. Their work creates skilled local jobs and
manufacturing services. strengthens regional manufacturing capability, all
of which contribute positively to local economic
During the visit, She was shown around Altimex’s growth.”
production areas to get a feel for the company’s
Altimex Ltd is UK-based electronics manufacturing company,
specialist capabilities, including custom PCB providing reliable and high-quality solutions across a range of
assembly and interconnect cable assembly. industries. We specialise in custom PCB assembly, bespoke LED
Discussions focussed on how Altimex works closely lighting, and custom interconnect cable assembly. We work closely
with clients from concept through to production, ensuring fast
with customers, from concept through to production, turnaround times and consistently high standards.

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