Translation company thebigword sets sail with US Navy deal
thebigword, which has set its sights on becoming the top five translation and interpreting companies in the world, has been chosen by The United States Navy’s engineering command to support its global operations.
The company will supply translation and interpreting services to Naval Facilities Engineering Command Europe Africa Southwest Asia, which ensures the combat readiness of the world’s largest naval force, and is headquartered in Naples, Italy.
The $5m contract will last at least one year and can be renewed for a further four.
NAVFAC manages facility project planning and design for US commanders around the world, as well as providing naval forces with operations, support and onshore training bases.
Larry Gould, chief executive and founder of thebigword, said: “With our dedicated defence division and pool of expert linguists we are able to supply NAVFAC with highly trained staff to make sure US Navy personnel, contractors and local people can communicate effectively.
“We are a growing international company and we are committed to delivering the best in language service support for all our clients.”
Gould says the company, a runner up in the Inernational Trade category at TheBusinessDesk.com’s Masters Awards earlier this year, is aiming to double turnover figures to £120m in 2017/18.
The fast-growth business employs around 500 staff from its Leeds base, and thousands more as interpreters and translators.
