RTC North is calling Sunderland businesses within the manufacturing and service sectors to get in touch, with the launch of Supply Chain Sunderland programme.
Strengthening local entrepreneurial ecosystems, the project will focus on helping established enterprises with resilience and growth, boosting business survival rates, and driving innovation during a period of rapid economic, social, and environmental change. The project will raise awareness of new supply chain opportunities and help beneficiaries become market ready.
The funding, part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, aims to boost the local economy and create opportunities for businesses to innovate and diversify. RTC North's commitment to excellence and innovation positions the company as a key player in contributing to the success of this initiative. Supply Chain Sunderland has received £147,200 from the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund Programme, managed in Sunderland by Sunderland City Council on behalf of the Sunderland Partnership.
The programme will deliver 30 Non-Financial Support assists with Sunderland SMEs in the manufacturing & service sector to help them:
Understand current core capabilities and strengths.
Plan for growth - Identify areas to enhance productivity, build resilience and innovate.
Access new opportunities - Grow market share and diversify current income through exposure to new market opportunities.
Programme Manager, Lesley Hawke, commented:
“We are excited to announce the launch of our new supply chain programme in Sunderland. This initiative is designed to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and deliver superior value to our customers.
“By leveraging advanced technologies and innovative strategies, we aim to create a robust supply chain that can adapt to the dynamic market conditions and support our growth objectives. We are committed to working closely with our local partners to ensure the success of this program and to foster long-term, sustainable development in the region.”
Cllr Kevin Johnston, Housing, Regeneration and Business Portfolio Holder, Sunderland City Council commented:
“Sunderland is home to some fantastic SMEs and this programme will ensure they’re supported to realise their vast potential, playing to their strengths, unearthing new opportunities and ultimately, growing their business.”
For more information visit: https://supplychainnorth.co.uk/sunderland/