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NL WILLIAMS LOOKING TO THE FUTURE

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, NL Williams Group has built a legacy of excellence since opening its doors in 1973. Over the past Five decades, the company has established itself as a trusted name in surface preparation and shop-applied protective coatings. With an unwavering commitment to quality and customer service, NL Williams continues to deliver cost-effective, high-performance solutions across a wide range of market sectors.

NL Williams Group has long been a trusted provider of protective coating applications and underfoot safety solutions, delivering projects across the UK — from Kintore to Cornwall. Our expertise has supported a wide range of high-Profile infrastructure and engineering works. Notable projects include:

• Jodrell Bank Telescope – Over 15,000 square meters of replacement panels were blast-cleaned and coated to refurbish the internal surface of this iconic radio telescope.

• Blackfriars Bridge, London – Restoration of the bridge’s cast parapets, featuring the application of thermally sprayed metal and advanced Fluoropolymer topcoats for longterm durability.

• Blackpool’s Big One Rollercoaster –Preparation and coating of replacement track sections, carried out at our St Helens facility, ensuring the structural integrity and visual impact of one of the UK’s most famous rides.

“Serving the UK for over 50 years has been both a privilege and a responsibility we don’t take lightly,” Our longevity is a testament to the trust our clients place in us, and to our team’s relentless focus on quality, reliability, and innovation. As we look to the future, we remain committed to delivering industryleading solutions that meet the evolving needs of our partners across the country.”Barry Williams - Managing Director. What are NL Williams’ next steps?

As global energy demands intensify and the push for resilient infrastructure accelerates, we are positioning ourselves at the intersection of innovation and necessity. As an established force in protective coatings and surface preparation, we are making bold strides into the nuclear and petrochemical sectors — two of the most technically demanding and strategically vital arenas in today’s global economy. This calculated expansion signals more than just growth; it reflects a long-term vision to contribute to the future of energy, industrial safety, and technological excellence.

Innovation, upgrades and strategy

NL Williams Group has already taken significant steps to support our expansion into the Nuclear, Petrochemical, and Oil & Gas sectors. A recent £75,000 investment into one of our key painting workshops has enhanced extraction systems, upgraded our blasting booth, and strengthened health and safety measures. This investment also includes the addition of a purpose-built conditioning room and a state-of-the-art painting booth, specifically designed to meet the demands of these high-specification industries.

But our commitment goes beyond infrastructure. We are now JOSCAR registered, ISO 9001 certifed, and have ICorr-certifed inspectors on-site, ensuring quality, compliance, and confidence at every stage. Internally, we’ve strengthened our quality assurance and workforce readiness through advanced training programs such as ICATS and Train the Painter. These improvements are positioning NL Williams Group to meet evolving industry standards and exceed client expectations across these highly regulated markets.

“As we look ahead, NL Williams is not just adapting to change — we’re helping shape the future of our industry. Our expansion into the nuclear and petrochemical sectors reflects our ambition to lead in areas where precision, safety, and innovation are non-negotiable. The next chapter is about building on our legacy with forward-thinking partnerships, sustainable practices, and a continued focus on excellence.”

Blair Hope Williams - Operations Director.

NL Williams - Trust.Partnership.Quality

NL Williams Group is the trusted partner for your next project. Operating from our expansive two-acre facility, we offer a comprehensive range of services including grit blasting, shop-applied protective coatings, thermally sprayed metal coatings, non-ferrous surface preparation, and underfoot safety solutions — all supported by a maximum lifting capacity of 25 tonnes. Every project is delivered with tailored procedures, dedicated project management, inspection reports, and inspection test plans. Our unwavering commitment to quality is not just a promise — it’s guaranteed.

Contact us on +44 (0)1744 26526 or enquiries@nlwgroup.com

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