Cussons Technology has gone into administration

Salford-based Cussons Technology Ltd — a mechanical and engineering firm that specialises in educational technology and manufacturing — has gone into administration with the loss of 40 jobs.

Founded in 1876, (www.cussons.co.uk) it has been trading from leasehold premises with 54 staff, of whom 40 have been made redundant.

Joint administrator Patrick Lannagan of Mazars LLP said: “The company has experienced cash-flow difficulties. It has a strong skill set in the niche area of marine hydrodynamics, complemented by an established brand name in the educational-technology sector.

"We have had to make a number of redundancies, but we are continuing to trade with the reduced workforce.”