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<\/p>\nNorthern Metal Recycling , the North East\u2019s largest independent metal recycling company, has invested \u00a32.5 million in a new state-of-the-art scrap metal shear, significantly boosting capacity and supporting further regional growth.<\/p>\n
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The new Lefort 1450 shear \u2014 the largest machine of its kind in the North \u2014 has now been installed and is already helping the company process increasing volumes of scrap metal more efficiently.<\/p>\n
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The investment has effectively doubled NMR\u2019s processing capacity and has already led to the crea\u019fon of new jobs, with further recruitment expected as the business continues to expand.<\/p>\n
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Founded in 2019, NMR has rapidly grown its presence across the region, opening addi\u019fonal sites in Blaydon, Sunderland and most recently at PD Ports in Middlesbrough.<\/p>\n
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From its PD Ports facility, the company now exports some of the largest scrap shipments in the UK, loading vessels carrying up to 50,000 tonnes of recycled metal des\u019fned for steel mills and customers around the world.<\/p>\n
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Emlyn murphy- commercial director said: \u201cThis is a major investment for the business and another significant step forward for Northern Metal Recycling. \u201cThe new shear dramatically increases our processing capabili\u019fes and allows us to operate more efficiently while suppporting growing demand both in the UK and internationally.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe\u2019re proud to continue investing in the North East, crea\u019fng jobs and strengthening the region\u2019s role within the global recycling and steel supply chain.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The company says the investment underlines its long-term commitment to growth, sustainability and supporting the circular economy by processing and exporting recycled metals for reuse worldwide.<\/p>\n
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