Utilities industry

United Utilities Group PLC owns and manages the regulated water and wastewater network in the North West of England. The company employs approximately 5,500 people and had a turnover of £1.63bn in 2012/13.

Infineum is a world leader in the formulation, manufacturing and marketing of petroleum additives for lubricants and fuels, employing around 1,600 people worldwide and has sales representation in more than 70 countries.

The company is one of the world’s largest office products suppliers, serving customers across 27 countries. Founded in 1986, it supplies a wide range of office products, including supplies, technology, furniture, and business services.