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70 Years

This year marks an extraordinary milestone for

APT Leicester70 years in business.

From our early days as a small precision machining company to becoming a global supplier of CNC turned and milled components, we’ve grown through innovation, investment, and the dedication of our people.

Our Journey

1955–1965: Foundations
APT Leicester was founded with a passion for precision and reliability. Early on, we specialised in manual machining and small-batch production, quickly earning a reputation for quality.

1970s: Growth & Expansion
As demand grew, so did our workshop and our capabilities. We began supplying larger UK clients, diversifying our industries served.

1980s–1990s: CNC Transformation
Investing in CNC turning and milling technology marked a huge leap forward, boosting efficiency, repeatability, and complexity in what we could deliver.

2000s: Certification & Global Reach
With ISO and AS9100 accreditations, we became trusted suppliers to aerospace, medical, and automotive sectors. Exporting precision parts worldwide became a key strength.

2010s–Today: Modern Precision Engineering
Our Leicester facility now combines advanced CNC technology, skilled engineers, and integrated services — from assemblies to surface treatments — delivering reliable, high-quality solutions to global industries.

As we celebrate this anniversary, we’re focused on the future:

  • Investing in automation & Industry 4.0

  • Expanding sustainable manufacturing practices

  • Growing global exports

  • Training the next generation of engineers

We would not have reached this milestone without our customers, team, suppliers, and community. Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to the next 70 years of precision engineering with APT Leicester.

 

See our anniversary posts on Instagram and X(Twiiter)

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