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LUXFER AWARDED DEVELOPMENT FUNDING

19 January 2006

Luxfer Awarded Funding to Develop New Products

19 January 2006
Luxfer Gas Cylinders Europe, announced today that it is to lead a £660,000 collaborative research and development project, over 3 years, after being awarded funding by the British Government. News of the success came at the end of a highly competitive application process spanning several months. Mike Clinch, Research and Development Manager, Europe, explains: “In this highly competitive business world, bringing innovative new products to market rapidly requires smart use of resources, such as developing successful partnerships and seeking external funding to boost internal R&D capabilities.” David Rix, Managing Director of Luxfer Gas Cylinders Europe said “This is a tremendous achievement for Luxfer Gas Cylinders and I would like to personally thank the entire Project Team, ably led by Mike Clinch, sponsored by Warren Hepples, with major contributions from Vicky Butler, Henry Holroyd, France Meder, Veronique McKellican, Jeff Riddell and also importantly from our Partners, for their success in winning this award.”

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