More workers for an Italian job

Jul 21 2008 by Iain Laing, The Journal

BERCO UK has marked its relocation to a new larger factory and office in Spennymoor by unveiling plans to double its workforce during the next few years.

Helen Goodman, MP for Bishop Auckland, officially opened Berco’s new site, heralding the arrival of the company as a welcome boost to the town’s economy with the promise of new jobs.

The Italian company is a major player in the manufacture of undercarriage components and systems for tracked vehicles, and sells its products to customers around the world

Berco established a UK division in 2006 with the objective of strengthening its presence in the market while basing itself closer to its main customers – including Komatsu and JCB.

It says the 150,000 sq ft facility – part of the site occupied by Black and Decker – will increase capacity to meet growing customer demand while enabling expansion into new market areas. Managing director for Berco UK, Giovanni Micheletto said: “Our move to Spennymoor is evidence of our commitment towards building a strong and thriving business in the North East.”

Berco currently employs 25 people.