Cornwall Group’s Chairman, Mark Mitchell, explains why ‘profit’ is not a dirty word. Cornwall Group is a family-run business, which means we aren’t driven by accountants aiming to maximize profit over a short period. Instead, we reinvest profits back into our four multi-site businesses – Cornwall Glass Manufacturing, Cornwall Glass & Glazing, Mackenzies, and [...]
We are very excited to announce that we have rejoined the GGF (Glass & Glazing Federation) after a ten-year hiatus. It is a move that demonstrates both the continued focus on professionalism at our leading group of glass companies, and the vital role the trade association plays in the glass and glazing industry. Cornwall [...]
Cornwall Glass Manufacturing returned 1,437 tonnes of glass to Saint-Gobain Glass as part of its ‘Glass Forever’ scheme in 2023, which reflects the size and efficiency of its operations. The recycled cullet dramatically reduced the raw materials used in the production of float glass, significantly reducing carbon emissions in the process. “In a [...]
Don’t wait for someone else to train the next generation, says Cornwall Group chair Mark Mitchell. The skills crisis in the construction industry is very real, and is having a negative impact on the recovery we expect in 2025. The government often talks about ‘productivity’ as a key indicator of the health of [...]
