NEWRY-based company, Resonate Testing Ltd has announced a partnership with Galway’s Composites Testing Laboratory (CTL).
The firm said the link-up will help increase services and capabilities as part of ambitious plans by both companies for future growth.
The partnership has been bolstered by the InterTradeIreland Fusion Programme, which seeks to support cross border commerce and co-operation.
Resonate Testing specialises in high quality fire and flammability, vibration and shock, and environmental and climatic testing and certification services, whereas CTL is one of the oldest test laboratories in the EU specialising in composite materials testing, providing mechanical, environmental and physical testing as well as world class static, fatigue and impact testing.
Both companies have traditionally worked in the aerospace sector but have seen continued growth in medical, space, renewable energy and automotive sectors.
Tom Mallon, managing director of Resonate Testing said: “2020 has been an interesting year, one where there has been much opportunity amidst the challenges.
“Our traditional work has been in the aerospace sector, and thankfully some of that has continued but as we upscale in other sectors it is clear that these additional capabilities will bring much needed extra value to our customers.
“This cross-border collaboration, thanks to InterTradeIreland, has allowed us to join forces and offer our individual customers further services and capabilities which will ensure a level of service second to none across Ireland, UK and indeed, beyond.”
CTL’s Mark McKeigue said: “As testing companies, we work across similar fields and sectors and as they say, we are stronger together than we are alone.
“We look forward to working with Tom and his team and bringing more valuable services to our customers whether they are looking assistance on an R&D project, a qualification or just some support, both of our companies have the know-how and expertise to meet the customers’ expectations.”
Alan Morrow from at InterTradeIreland, said: “InterTradeIreland is finding that even during these uncertain times, companies across the island are turning to open innovation, and to the Fusion programme in particular, as a structured solution. We are currently accepting new applications and encourage any interested companies to get in touch.”
