ASG Aerospace Strengthens Energy Resilience with On-Site Solar Generation

ASG Produmax has this week switched on its latest sustainable investment — a 0.3 MW solar installation at its Sapper Jordan Rossi Park facility in Bradford.

The system is now fully operational.

It marks a clear step towards aligning our operations with global sustainability goals—advancing responsible production and clean energy.

Set across the roof space of the Bradford site, the installation will generate renewable electricity directly at the point of use. Reducing reliance on external energy supply. Improving energy stability. Strengthening long-term operational resilience.

For a business operating in a high-precision, energy-intensive environment, that matters.

This reflects a broader shift in how advanced manufacturing businesses think about infrastructure — where energy is no longer just a cost, but a strategic enabler of consistent delivery.

Jeremy Ridyard, Managing Director at ASG Produmax, sees the investment in clear commercial terms.

“This is about taking control where we can,” he said. “Energy is a significant operational variable. By generating a significant proportion of our own power on site, we reduce exposure to market volatility and create more predictability in how we plan and deliver.”

The 0.3 MW installation will support the site’s electricity demand, particularly during peak daytime production hours, helping to underpin consistent performance across programmes.

“Customers increasingly expect to see evidence of sustainable investment across the supply chain,” Ridyard added. “This is a visible, measurable step. It demonstrates that we are investing in our infrastructure in a way that supports long-term capability and responsible operations.”

At a sector level, these kinds of investments are becoming more relevant.

Aerospace programmes are long-term by nature. They demand stability. Traceability. Confidence that suppliers are building capability not just for today, but for the lifecycle of the programme.

Energy resilience is increasingly part of that equation.

Ridyard concluded: “Sustainable investments should strengthen the business. It should improve how we operate and how we deliver. This project does that — it supports reliability, planning and long-term performance for our customers.”

From machining complex aerospace structures to generating renewable power on site, the Bradford facility reflects a wider shift in UK manufacturing — where performance, resilience and sustainability are becoming part of the same conversation.

The solar installation is now live. Quietly generating power. Supporting production. And reinforcing the long-term foundations of the business.