Gateway is excited to announce it has been acquired by Solid State PLC.
Solid State plc is a leading value-added electronics group supplying industrial and defence markets with durable components, assemblies and manufactured systems for use in critical applications, with a particular emphasis on harsh operational environments. Solid State's products are found around the world, from the ocean floor and into space, ensuring the smooth operation of systems that augment our everyday lives.
The Company has a core focus on industrial and ruggedised computing, battery power solutions, antennas, secure radio systems, imaging technologies, and electronic components & displays.
Operating through two divisions (Systems and Components) the Group thrives on complex engineering challenges, often requiring design-in support and component sourcing. Serving a wide range of industries, with a particular focus on defence, energy production, aerospace, environmental, oceanographic, industrial, robotics, medical, life sciences, and transportation, the Solid State trading brands have become synonymous with quality and reliability.
John Macmichael, Managing Director of Solsta, said: “Gateway broadens our product line within sectors that are already core to our footprint, whilst giving Solid State an additional aligned client base for its existing product range. The drive to increase our offering of own-brand products is further enhanced through the addition of the machined ferrite range of products.
We welcome our new colleagues from Gateway to the Solid State Group. The cultural fit has always been a very important element of our M&A strategy, so it is pleasing to join forces with a like-minded team.”
Martin Ford, founder and Managing Director of Gateway, commented: “We’ve built an excellent business in Gateway which fits very neatly into the culture of Solid State. Their drive to innovate gives me confidence that our technology will be more widely built into customer solutions. As founder of Gateway, I am pleased for our loyal staff that the next phase of growth for the business will be under the capable stewardship of Solid State.”
Martin and Michelle Ford will leave the business as part of the acquisition to enjoy their retirement whilst the rest of the team remains unchanged.
To find out more about Solsta visit their website https://solsta.co.uk/about/
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