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JDR Cable Systems

East of England at forefront of low carbon economy

15 July 2009

Business minister Ian Lucas today visited JDR Cable Systems, global innovators in the renewable energy sector, to launch the government’s Low Carbon Industrial Strategy in the region.

Supported by East of England Development Agency (EEDA), the Cambridgeshire company designs and manufactures sub-sea cables which are an essential element of offshore renewable energy projects, including wind turbines. 

Business Minister Ian Lucas said:
 
"What's impressed me about JDR is they have identified an emerging market and, with the help of government, are exploiting those opportunities. They are one of only a few companies globally producing this technology and it is an example of how well placed the East of England is to meet the new industry new jobs agenda."

 EEDA has supported JDR, established over 30 years ago, through the Manufacturing Advisory Service East and Renewables East, which supports the offshore, renewable energy market.

JDR was able to review its operating procedures and go on to improve productivity by 25 per cent and cut wastage by 40 per cent. JDR also added 25 per cent in value for each person.

Paul May, EEDA’s director of innovation, said:

“This region excels in the environmental technology sector, with JDR being a good example.

“EEDA is committed to helping businesses turn their innovative ideas into commercial reality.  Over £30 million of publicly-funded business support, including MAS East and Renewables East, is available to help businesses get through the downturn and be in a position to compete globally can be found at  www.bizmapeast.co.uk”

Patrick Phelan, managing director of JDR Cable Systems, said:

“The renewables sector has given our business a new dimension to compete globally.  The support we have received from EEDA has been instrumental is ensuring we are efficient and have the competitive edge in the offshore sector.”

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