Morris Lubricants invests GBP3M in Shrewsbury facility upgrade
Morris Lubricants has completed a GBP3 million (USD3.9 million) capital investment in its Shrewsbury, UK, production facility, marking a significant step forward in meeting the evolving demands of the lubricants industry. The state-of-the-art facility now boasts advanced blending capabilities and sustainable manufacturing practices, positioning Morris Lubricants at the forefront of the industry.
The investment includes the installation of a new tank farm, automated control systems, and energy-efficient LED lighting. These upgrades not only enhance operational efficiency but also reduce energy consumption and waste, aligning with the company’s commitment to sustainability. The facility’s flexibility allows for the production of both small-batch and large-volume lubricants, ensuring that Morris Lubricants can meet diverse customer needs.
“It’s my role to ensure the business is fit for purpose and reacting to our environment,” says Andrew Goddard, Morris Lubricants’ executive chairman, who regards the “ever evolving” challenge of creating a more diverse and technically complex range of products as an opportunity for Morris Lubricants to do what it does best.
“Moving with the times is something we’ve done for over 150 years and this project has enabled us to ensure we are at the very leading edge of technological advancements so that we can continue to provide the quality and service our customers have a right to expect from us,” says Goddard.
With a focus on efficiency and flexibility, as well as the mitigation of carbon emissions and the reduction of waste within operations, improvements to the production plant have included the installation of a new tank farm comprising 30 stainless steel storage vessels, the relocation and reconfiguration of production lines, and the integration of a state-of-the art, fully automated control and recovery system.
This is just the first phase of a long-term investment plan, with more improvements to follow as Morris Lubricants continues to innovate and expand its product offerings.
