Textiles importer opens new distribution base

A BOLTON-based textiles importing and distribution business is to open a large new distribution centre in Burnley.

Global Textiles has agreed a £1.2m loan package with its bank, Barclays Corporate, to buy the building which it said will provide it with extra capacity to allow it to continue its recent growth.

The company was founded in 1999 by current managing director Arnold Forester and sales director Martin Goodman. It supplies ready-made curtains and bedding to the UK market.

Mr Forester said: “The move to new premises in Burnley will enable us to meet our growth aspirations whilst maintaining the highest level of service for our customers.

“We have built a strong relationship with Barclays Corporate over the years as we want a bank for the long-term that provides us with strong support and who understands our market. The team at Barclays share our massive enthusiasm for the business and are particularly supportive of our expansion plans.”