Renishaw celebrates 50 years with global events

Renishaw, which was founded in 1973 by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer, hosted a variety of events and activities throughout 2023 at subsidiaries around the world to celebrate its 50^th anniversary.

The company welcomed employees and their relatives to Gloucestershire and South Wales open days held at its New Mills and Miskin sites respectively. The events provided an opportunity for guests to experience Renishaw’s world-class facilities and view its products in action, with demonstrations conducted by experts across various divisions.

From STEM activities for younger audiences, to sporting challenges run by partner organisations Cardiff Rugby and Forest Green Rovers FC, the open days showcased the innovation and community spirit that has defined Renishaw for five decades.

Renishaw’s Edinburgh research office also celebrated the anniversary with its own office band, which played hit songs from 1973 including Elton John, Stealers Wheel and Stevie Wonder.

“This year we’ve celebrated the achievements of our co-founders, plus past and present employees, who have contributed significantly to global advances in precision manufacturing,” said Will Lee, Renishaw CEO. “Whilst this landmark year has now ended, we’re looking forward with confidence to another half-century of innovation and sustainable growth.”

In Germany, Renishaw GmbH and guests from Renishaw AG (Switzerland) hosted a 1970s-themed summer festival, whilst in Asia, Will Lee joined Andy Buttrey, Renishaw’s APAC president, to participate in festivities at some of the region’s subsidiaries.

In Rajkot, India, an evening seminar for customers showcased Renishaw’s products for smart manufacturing, including live demonstrations and a round-table discussion, whilst in Italy, a similar event was held at the Turin Automobile Museum.

As part of the celebrations and to share its success with local communities, Renishaw also donated £150,000 to charities and not-for-profit organisations located in the countries it has operations.

Renishaw's first product, the touch-trigger probe, was invented by Sir David McMurtry to solve a specific inspection requirement for the Olympus engines used in Concorde. This product led to a revolution in three-dimensional co-ordinate measurement, enabling the accurate measurement of machined components and finished assemblies. The company has now grown from a small enterprise located in the homes and garages of its co-founders to a multinational corporation with operations in 36 countries.

Today, Renishaw is listed on the London Stock Exchange's FTSE 250 index, employing over 5,000 people, including 3,400 staff at its sites in the UK.

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