Graphoidal Developments, a specialist in lubrication and engineering systems for the glass container and tableware industries, has announced a record year, with turnover reaching 20% more than expected.

Graphoidal is a member of French-based Groupe Rondot and to celebrate this achievement, with Rondot’s assistance, Managing Director Mark Johnston arranged a long weekend break to Paris for all his staff and their partners.

“We have proved how it is possible to build and grow business in the glass manufacturing industry by providing our customers with efficient equipment that saves them money,” said Mr Johnston.

“Our record sales were achieved partly through an expansion of businesses in the emerging economies of China, India and the Far East, but also in our established markets, including the United States, Europe and South America,” he added.

“Excellent trading at the start of this financial year gives us good reason for continued optimism,” concluded Mr Johnston.