Derby-based Pektron (www.pektron.com), an electronics manufacturer, has been granted planning permission to build a 26,253ft² research and development building at its Alfreton Road headquarters, in a move that will create 40 jobs.

The new four-storey building will replace the existing 1960s office buildings at the site.

Founded in 1964, the company has grown to employ 350 people (at five sites) in the design, development and manufacture of electronics equipment.