Canadian process engineering firm GMP Engineering has opened its European headquarters at The Globe in Slaithwaite, UK. The 1,000 sq ft office will support the company’s expansion in Europe and its role in a $1.3 billion cancer treatment project in North America.
With its global headquarters in Toronto and a U.S. office in New Jersey, GMP Engineering chose the UK for its strategic location and market access. The company’s UK team currently has four employees, with plans to grow to 15 over the next five years.
The Globe, a repurposed mill transformed into an innovation hub, has received over £6.5 million in investment from Hartley Property Trust Ltd and Kirklees Council. The facility offers laboratory space, medical suites, offices, and retail areas.
GMP Engineering’s UK director, Michael Mellor, cited The Globe’s connectivity and collaborative environment as key factors in selecting the location. Hartley Property Trust confirmed that much of the first building is now occupied, with redevelopment plans underway for a second building to expand parking and amenities.
