Coventry manufacturer Lawton Tubes announces £20 million expansion to state-of-the-art facility

Lawton Tubes, a leading manufacturer and supplier of copper tubing products, has unveiled ambitious plans for a £20 million cutting-edge new facility, just a few metres from its current headquarters.

The new development will see the creation of a 120,000 sq ft, two-storey facility that will house the company’s manufacturing, storage, and office operations in Torrington Avenue.

This expansion will provide much-needed capacity for the rapidly growing family-run business, which boasts an annual turnover of £230 million and employs 140 staff across its four sites in Coventry, Redditch, and Poole.

Lawton Tubes has been a major success story for the region, exporting to over 40 countries worldwide and earning the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in recognition of its international trade achievements.

The company’s copper tube is used in a variety of sectors, from healthcare and construction to major sporting venues. Lawton Tubes also played a crucial role in the UK’s fight against COVID-19 by supplying copper tubing to the Nightingale hospitals.

Robert Lawton, Director of Marketing and International Sales, and a fourth-generation member of the family business established in 1918, shared the exciting news with Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce President, Steve Harcourt, during a recent visit.

“We are thrilled to announce our investment in a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as the foundation for our continued growth,” Robert said. “With increasing global demand, recognition from the King’s Award for Enterprise, and strong sales growth across new markets, now is the ideal time to invest in our future.

“There is growing awareness of copper’s sustainability. It can be recycled endlessly and has natural antimicrobial properties that kill germs on contact. This has driven demand across all our sectors, reinforcing the need for expanded space and new technologies to support our next phase of growth.

“We also view this as an opportunity to deepen our engagement with the local community. Being a great business means giving back, and we’re excited to expand our role in supporting the region. We’re eager to work with the Chamber and other partners as we move forward.”

Steve Harcourt praised the company’s expansion plans, highlighting Lawton Tubes as a shining example of local enterprise.

He said: “One of the most rewarding aspects of my role as Chamber President is meeting the incredible businesses that make our region thrive.

“Lawton Tubes has been an integral part of Coventry’s business landscape for over a century, and this significant investment marks an exciting new chapter for the company. As a Chamber, we are here to offer our full support to help Lawton Tubes achieve its growth ambitions.”