Health supplement supplier Bio-Nature Ltd is setting up a second packing line at its base in Admiral Way.
The move will mean additional jobs at the firm – which packs and distributes natural health supplements and body care products for manufacturers across the UK, and ships on behalf of clients to export markets.
Bio-Nature Ltd currently employs 30 people.
Support for the expansion – which has been prompted by increased demand from existing customers, and interest from potential clients – was provided by Keighley Towns Fund.
A £25,145 grant from the Government-financed Towns Fund’s Capital Assistance to Business Growth programme went towards buying the equipment for establishing the additional packing line.
Chris Procter, Bio-Nature Ltd financial controller, says: “This welcome capital investment will increase production capacity and efficiencies within the business.
“We’ll be able to increase our range of processes, which will bring new opportunities as we are able to develop fresh markets. This growth means we anticipate being able to create four new jobs.
“The process of applying for the grant was smooth, and we were well supported. It has part-funded what is an exciting new chapter for us, and we are looking forward to continued success.”
Councillor Alex Ross-Shaw – Bradford Council’s portfolio holder for regeneration, transport and planning – says: “The council’s economic development service can provide advice and guidance to businesses on applying for one of these grants.
“It’s fantastic to hear of the funding being put to such good use, creating more job opportunities in Keighley. We wish Bio-Nature Ltd all the best with its expansion.”
Tim Rogers, chair of Keighley Town Board, welcomes the latest grant award and encourages other firms to consider applying.
He says: “The Keighley Towns Fund is proud to support a growing business in the town, with money from the Capital Assistance to Business Growth programme.
“There is more funding available for other businesses in the area to apply, so we would encourage people to contact us if they think they might benefit.”
Funding under the Towns Fund Capital Assistance to Business Growth programme is available until March, 2026.
For further information about the grants process, including an expression of interest form and full details of the eligibility criteria, go to investinbradford.com/business-support/keighley-and-shipley-towns-fund or email info@investinbradford.com