Manufacturing Today Issue - 249 June 2026 | Page 123

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Goodridge create higher barriers to entry within the market. In today’ s competitive landscape, particularly in complex applications, customers place a premium on trust, expertise and proven performance; all areas that play directly to our strengths and help protect us from the risks of commoditization.”
The defense sector is emerging as a significant growth area for Goodridge, driven by the company’ s established strengths in reliability, traceability and highperformance engineering. With extensive experience operating in demanding motorsport and performance environments, Goodridge has developed technologies and engineering expertise that translate effectively into defense applications, where durability and precision are critical. Its global footprint, advanced engineering capabilities and rigorous quality systems further reinforce the company’ s position as a trusted partner for longterm defense programs and complex operational requirements.“ We see our heritage as a competitive advantage rather than a constraint,” Damiano adds.“ As a British engineering brand with a long-established reputation, it gives us credibility, authenticity and a strong identity in the marketplace. At the same time, we continue to invest in new technologies, modern manufacturing capabilities and emerging sectors to ensure the business evolves with industry demands. The key is remaining true to our core values, while continually adapting how we deliver them to customers around the world.”
Indeed, partnerships and collaborations have played a central role in the company’ s growth and continued innovation. Longstanding relationships with leading motorsport and engineering organizations have enabled the business to co-develop advanced solutions while remaining at the forefront of technical innovation. These collaborations are built on mutual trust, engineering expertise and a proven ability to deliver consistent
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