County council intervention helps Parkinson Harness Technology secure new base, retain UK scale operation, and drive growth.
Parkinson Harness Technology (PHT) is thriving at its new 10.7-acre site in Kirton, Boston, following a move made possible thanks to vital support from Lincolnshire County Council and other stakeholders.
The company, a UK subsidiary of Dhoot Transmission, is a leading manufacturer of specialised cable harnesses and high-voltage solutions, creating components for multinational corporations and SMEs worldwide.
The Kirton site has enabled PHT to increase production and strengthen its UK base, keeping specialist skills close to its customers and ensuring quick turnaround times on unique, innovative components.
The move was not without challenges. However, as the landowner, Lincolnshire County Council worked closely with PHT, stepped in, and made sure that commercial terms were agreed in line with an independent RICS valuation. This decisive action helped PHT secure the site and move forward with its growth plans.
David Earnshaw, Director of Parkinson Harness Technology, said: “At one point in 2023, the move looked impossible. We were told we didn’t have the funds to go ahead, and the project looked dead in the water. But we didn’t give up, and thanks to the hard work of our staff and the remarkable support of stakeholders – including the county council – we were able to turn the situation around and deliver this fantastic new site in Kirton.
“The facility has crucially allowed us to retain and expand our scale operation here in the UK. That’s one of our unique selling points as a business, enabling us to combine global-scale manufacturing with specialised components and support close to home.”
Cllr Liam Kelly, executive councillor for Growth at Lincolnshire County Council, said: “This success story is exactly why the council holds development land across the county – to help businesses grow, consolidate and thrive when it matters most.
“When Parkinson Harness Technology outgrew their former site, there was little space on the market for them to expand into. By working closely with them, we were able to provide land for a purpose-built site and, when they hit a bump in the road, we were able to provide a commercially acceptable solution to secure investment, high-skilled jobs, and growth for the local economy.
“Almost a year on from when moving seemed impossible, it’s fantastic to see them thriving and continuing to grow from their new base in Kirton.”
