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Castings Technology welcomed the Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman William Russell, the Lady Mayoress, Mrs Hilary Russell together with Alderman & Sherriff Professor Michael Mainelli, and fellow Sheriff Christopher M Hayward CC. Cti’s Chairman, Kevin Parkin and non-executive director Brian Robb were delighted to host the visit. Richard Cook, Managing Director and Kevin Parkin who together completed a successful MBO in January this year spoke about the challenges of the MBO and how it had saved 65 highly skilled roles and ensured the security of the UK’s unique supply chain for their customers. The Lord Mayor and his party were given a factory tour to see the latest developments in foundry technology and witness Cti’s technical expertise. They had the opportunity to meet other directors and managers who explained the processes and techniques employed to produce the high-quality castings used in industries including defence, oil & gas, aerospace. The Master and Mistress Cutler also attended the visit and thanked the company for their hospitality during his speech at the Forfeit Feast held at the Cutlers’ Hall that evening. About Castings Technology International Castings Technology International is a leader in foundry manufacturing and a provider of consultancy services to support the metallurgical and manufacturing requirements of foundries, castings users and product designers. Castings Technology operates from a purpose built facility in the heart of the Advanced Manufacturing Park in South Yorkshire, UK. The 10,000 m² facility houses the latest pattern-making, moulding, vacuum and air melt casting facilities together with support services. In 2021 following the successful installation and commissioning of one of the largest investments in a European foundry this century, the company was subject to a successful MBO and Castings Technology remains a sovereign facility.