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Welsh company talking about LDV vans rescue
publication date: Jun 18, 2009
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author/source: Robin Roberts
An advanced technology automotive company based in West Wales is
talking about a possible rescue deal for the Midlands LDV vans.
Connaught, the British low carbon technology
specialists operating out of Llanelli, is working with representatives at LDV,
the Midlands based van manufacturer, to support their desire to achieve a
viable future for the company and a swift return to production.
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Established in 2003 Connaught Engineering at
Llanelli Gate Performance Technium was formed with a vision of delivering
Carbon Neutral Transportation and an industry focused board and management team
were recruited.
The business is focussing on products that
reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in the commercial vehicle
sector, within which LDV operates.
The first product to market developed by Connaught is the patented HYBRID+ system, a KERS
technology that is proven in independent tests to reduce CO2
emissions by up to 24.7pc on diesel engines. A number of blue chip companies in
the UK have undertaken trials of this retrofit technology.
The opportunity to fit HYBRID+ to the LDV platforms
offers a unique business case for LDV, in supplementing the company's already
green credentials, with a production ready hybrid variant suitable for
installation across the range.
The Connaught team consists of industry
professionals with expertise and a proven track record within automotive
sector, with skills ranging from product concept and styling through to production
and marketing with strong links with the US. The company has introduced
advisors specialising in fund raising to the administrators.
Tony Martindale, Connaught CEO said, "Through
joint collaboration and government support, LDV can grow to be a jewel in the
crown within the European automotive sector, once unshackled from the
traditional approach to UK
manufacturing, and by embracing world class low carbon technologies developed
in Britain."
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