AWARD-winning family-owned business Packaging Automation Limited has announced new appointments to support its growth.

The Knutsford-based company designs and manufactures packaging machinery for the food industry.

It has achieved rapid growth during the past four years, with export sales growth playing a vital part in the company’s success.

To support the firm’s future ambitious growth plans it has announced structural changes, with six employees promoted to management positions within the business.

Neil Ashton, PA’s managing director said: “As we continue to grow, it is absolutely vital we continue to provide our customers with exceptional service and market leading products.

“As a result of these management changes, we now have a fantastic team in place ready to take on the challenges we face in the future.”

PA is a third-generation family-owned business employing 120 people, and was established in 1963.

It designs and manufactures packaging machinery for fresh and processed food.