A GLOBAL manufacturing business has opened its new European headquarters in Cheshire

American mat producer Kleen-Tex has moved to Birchwood Park, Warrington, ‘following an extensive search for the perfect location’.

The new site will offer increase warehousing capacity, as well as ‘attractive surrounding for its employees and European visitors’.

Founded in the 1960s and based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company’s products are used across the world – from the foyers of offices, banks, hotels and restaurants to sport events such as the 2021 Champions League.

Managing director Gary Haynes said: “Birchwood Park’s proximity to two international airports, good rail links as well as an excellent motorway network made it a clear choice for our new European headquarters.

“It’s right in the heart of the north west, a long-standing home to the textile sector in the UK.

“One of the key reasons we chose Birchwood Park was with the wellbeing of our staff and customers in mind, something that we know Birchwood Park cares very deeply about.

“Our office is brand new and built to the latest standards, coupled with a vast range of amenities.

“We felt that the whole ethos ultimately matches our business objectives and aspirations, which are to provide a better work environment for each and every member of staff.

“Once lockdown restrictions are eased, we also look forward to inviting our international colleagues and enjoying all the benefits that Birchwood Park offers to its occupiers.”

Birchwood Park commercial director Martin O’Rourke added: “We’re delighted to welcome another global manufacturer to Birchwood Park and to be boosting our reputation within the region accordingly.

“Wellbeing is a priority at Birchwood Park, and it’s great to our new occupiers recognise the solutions we have created to support company wellbeing strategy to benefit their staff.

“We look forward to showing its colleagues the various amenities the park has to offer for them to enjoy.”