VEKA celebrates 40 years in Burnley with surprise award
A Burnley manufacturing firm has been recognised for four decades in the town with a surprise Business Excellence Award.
VEKA plc, based in Burnley since 1985, received the award during a visit from Burnley Council officers and councillors to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary in the town.
The presentation took place at VEKA’s headquarters, where Managing Director Neil Evans, Commercial Director Tim Taylor and Finance Director Mohmed Namaji accepted the award on behalf of the business.
Over the past 40 years, VEKA has become one of Burnley’s major employers and a leading manufacturer of PVCu window and door profile systems, supplying customers across the UK and beyond. The company’s continued growth has helped strengthen Burnley’s reputation as a centre for advanced manufacturing.
Councillor Lubna Khan, Burnley Council’s Executive Member for Economy and Development, said: “Forty years in Burnley is a fantastic achievement and something the whole town can be proud of. VEKA has provided skilled jobs for local people for generations and continues to invest in its workforce and facilities here in the borough.
“Manufacturing remains a key part of Burnley’s economy, and businesses like VEKA play a huge role in that success. We were delighted to recognise their long-standing commitment to the town with this award.”
Neil Evans, Managing Director at VEKA plc, said: “We are honoured to be recognised by the council as one of the towns major long-standing employers. VEKA is a family business that values each and every employee. For 40 years we have employed fantastic, local people w”ho have long contributed to our success.
“Our commitment to Burnley and the surrounding areas is something we are proud of and this year we launched our ’40 good deeds’ initiative. Partnering with BFC in the Community and other local charities we’re committed to donating not just money but our time – to give back where we can and support in areas that need it most.”
Burnley Council’s Business Excellence Awards celebrate companies that make a significant contribution to the local economy and community. VEKA’s 40-year milestone highlights both the strength of the town’s manufacturing sector and the value of businesses choosing to grow and remain in Burnley.