Funding will help supplier become top of class

SHEFFIELD-based Classwear is set to expand its supply chain across the region after receiving a £100,000 loan from South Yorkshire Investment Fund (SYIF).

The company already provides embroidered uniforms to more than 200 schools, particularly in Sheffield where they supply to 60% of secondary schools in the city.

With the funding now in place Classwear is looking to add to its 15-strong workforce.

Andrew Spooner, managing director of Classwear, said: “We have enjoyed massive growth in a very short period of time. Because of the increase in work we need more staff to help meet demand.

“The investment will enable us to employ more people and help increase the number of schools we work with across South Yorkshire.”

Andy Chaffer, business director from SYIF, said: “We are pleased to support Classwear with this investment. The business is growing quickly and as a consequence needs greater stock levels to support sales.

“The company has exciting plans for further growth in the year ahead and we look forward to working with them to help achieve more success.”