Cornwall Group rejoins GGF
The Cornwall Group has rejoined the GGF (Glass & Glazing Federation) after a 10-year hiatus.
“Today, we are proud to call ourselves GGF members, and we are excited to not only benefit from the services the federation offers, but to also contribute to the health of the industry,” said Cornwall Group’s chair, Mark Mitchell.
“We feel this renewed partnership is a natural extension for both us and the GGF, and it ensures traditional glass and glazing members are appropriately represented within an active federation.
“At a time of continued pressures on the industry, including increased business costs, skills shortages, and supply chain issues, it is vital that we work together to promote best practice and create a stable future for us all.”
All of the Cornwall Group of companies will become full GGF members, including Cornwall Glass Manufacturing, Cornwall Glass & Glazing, Mackenzie Glass and Forward Glass.
The family-run business says it invests the vast majority of its profits back into its operations, regularly investing in new machines, infrastructure and transport. For example, Cornwall Group recently reported a ‘once-in-a-generation’ investment in three new state-of-the-art Glaston tempering furnaces, representing more than £3m, with each going to different sites within the Group.
“We’ve got an eye on investment that will take us well into the second half of this decade,” said Mark. “We are not looking for short-term gains. Instead, we are looking for long-term stability, which will give our customers confidence to look for new opportunities.”
The company also has a very active apprenticeship scheme, which is designed to attract fresh new talent to the industry and trains the new generation of skilled glazing professionals across all areas of the business.