Plexus upgrades Livingston engineering facility
Summary
Plexus’ Engineering Solutions, rapid prototyping factory and electrical and mechanical laboratories are co-located in this purpose-built facility. This enables Plexus to maintain its leadership position within the fast-paced electronic engineering and manufacturing industry. This investment is expected to create five additional R&D jobs at the Pyramids site and lead to an increase in revenue. As outlined in the Scottish Government’s Economic Action Plan we are supporting business investment through R&D grants to ensure that the technology and engineering sector continues to be a significant contributor to the Scottish economy.” Paul Lewis, Managing Director, International Economic Development, Scottish Enterprise, added, “As a leader in electronics manufacturing and engineering services, Plexus’ continued presence in Scotland is symbolic of the country’s reputation for excellence in the electronics industry.” Lewis continued, “Plexus has invested heavily in Scotland over the past few years, expanding its facilities, refining its processes and increasing productivity to ensure it remains globally competitive. Its latest project underlines both its commitment to achieving and maintaining the highest possible standards, and to its Scottish operations.” Opening time; l to r: Kate Forbes MSP, Peter Winnington-Ingram, Senior Site Director Livingston Design Centre, Plexus, Paul Lewis, Managing Director, International Economic Development, Scottish Enterprise, Chris Cunningham, Rapid Prototyping Centre Manager, Plexus.