Oxford-based
Essentra Components, a leading provider of essential industrial components, is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Originally formed as Robert Moss Ltd in 1955, the Kidlington company currently employs nearly 3,000 staff, with over 300 staff at its Oxfordshire site, and operates in 28 countries globally, with a portfolio of over 60,000 products. Over the past seven decades it has grown through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, building a global presence and a diverse customer base.
Essentra’s CEO Scott Fawcett said: “We are proud of our heritage and legacy. From starting in a garden shed in 1955, the organisation has transformed over the past 70 years, but we have remained true to the roots of the original business. Above all, we maintain our focus on innovating and offering solutions to organisations around the world built on our strong foundation of manufacturing expertise. We have come a long way in those 70 years, thanks to our dedicated and experienced team, which is core to our continued growth.
“Our goal remains to be the world’s leading, responsible, hassle-free supplier of essential industrial components, and we continue to support our customers with our extensive manufacturing capabilities. Furthermore, having an engaged team is a key pillar in our success, so we are committed to creating a safe, supportive work environment for our colleagues that champions equality and celebrates diversity.
He concluded: “We continue to drive forward our ambitious ESG strategy, including our focus on the environment with our clear targets to reduce our emissions and reach ‘net zero’. The platinum anniversary is a cause for celebration, and we will be marking the occasion throughout the year within the business and local community.”