GT Group signs exhaust control systems deal with Russia’s GAZ

Peterlee, County Durham based engineering company GT Group intends to add some 200 new employees to its current workforce of 300 after securing £50 million contract to supply exhaust gas control system for Russian vehicle manufacturer GAZ Group. GT Group intends to boost output of its heavy-duty diesel engine exhaust gas control systems to 100,000 units per annum within three years.

“This prestigious contract with Russia’s leading manufacturer will further cement GT Group’s rapid growth and its reputation as one of the principal suppliers of engine brakes and exhaust gas control systems for the heavy-duty diesel engine markets,” commented GT Group chairman Geoff Turnbull. “It will also help GT Group achieve its plan to create an additional 200 jobs during the next three years. These will cover a range of disciplines, focusing on research, design, manufacture and highly-skilled engineers.”