A Blackburn company has won a regional manufacturing award.

B&M Longworth was presented with the Make UK North West Energy & Sustainability Award, sponsored by Inspired Plc.

The award was given in recognition of its 'extensive' efforts to develop technologies to enable composite materials to be recycled.

Demand for composites in sectors such as aerospace and energy is expected to 'grow substantially' and the technologies that have been developed will enable them to go through multiple life cycles.

This will enable greater use of the materials within the UK, as opposed to being imported, and reduce the impact on the environment.

Dawn Huntrod, region director for Make UK in the North, said: "These awards are a testament to the dynamic companies and individuals working within engineering and manufacturing.

"The sector remains at the heart of creating wealth in the North West and as we grow our economy there will be a bright future for companies and individuals that make the most of their talent."

Dan Hulme, head of sales: key accounts at Inspired PLC, said: "With their extensive supply chains, resource requirements and energy-intensive operations, the manufacturing sector stands at the epicentre in creating a more sustainable future.

"Innovation, resourcefulness and dedication in this space is not only imperative, but commendable.

"As an ardent advocate for encouraging excellence in manufacturing, I’m honoured to continue my support for the Make UK Manufacturing Awards for a fourth consecutive year."

B&M Longworth will now go on to compete in the national finals against other companies around the UK in January 2025.