A historic manufacturer of load restraint equipment has been bought by Stuart Canvas, a provider of sports ground and industrial covers with a client list including Wimbledon, Queens Club, Lords Cricket Ground and Aintree Racecourse.

Mudford Ltd, established in 1832, has its headquarters in Sheffield and a warehouse and outlet in Wakefield. It makes a range of products including rope, tarpaulins, nets and jute sheets.

The acquisition will double production capacity at Warrington-based Stuart Canvas and help the company to keep up with demand for its covers and tarpaulins.

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