Local permeable surface manufacturer Vuba welcomes MP for Beverley and Holderness Graham Stuart to mark the opening of its new lab in Beverley, East Yorkshire.
The new lab has opened as part of the leading manufacturer’s commitment to invest in innovation and research to continue to improve its resin bound surfacing. Resin Bound Surfacing is a fully permeable material used in outdoor areas such as driveways, backyards, and patios, due to its environmental benefits.
During the visit, Graham and lab technicians from Vuba spoke about the need for legislation to champion permeable surfaces such as resin bound as flood defence mechanisms, especially in light of the recent damages caused by Storm Babet and Storm Ciaran.
Earlier this year, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs announced that all new built homes will have to adopt sustainable drainage systems to help alleviate the pressures on traditional drainage and sewerage systems.
The MP praised Vuba's Resin Bound for being fully compliant with these new requirements, with its product scientifically proven to be 19 times more permeable than traditional block paving. Graham spoke about how important permeable surfaces are in building flood resilience, with resin bound driveways allowing water to pass straight back into the earth.
As part of the tour, the MP also had the opportunity to see Vuba’s new testing machine which shows the superior durability and strength of its resin.
Founded in East Yorkshire in 2009, Vuba has grown exponentially with an annual sales growth of 85% over the past three years, having recently been named one of the Sunday Times’ 100 fastest growing companies in the UK. Alongside its headquarters and distribution centre in Beverley, this year Vuba has acquired a second distribution centre in Bridgwater and has also started shipping its products internationally, in collaboration with Spanish and North American partners.
Sean Scott, CEO of Vuba, commented: “We were delighted to welcome Graham Stuart to our new lab. As our local MP, we were proud to showcase the opportunities for research and innovation that we have created for our workforce locally. We are proud to see our products being shipped globally from our headquarters and distribution centre in Beverley and we are committed to continuing to grow our business and benefit the local community.
“It was also great to discuss with Graham the need for more innovative solutions to respond to the increase in the number of floods spurred by climate change. Incorporating permeable surfaces into our outdoor areas is a cost-effective way to improve our homes’ flood resilience and we are keen to work together to raise consumer awareness of this effective flood prevention tool.”
Graham Stuart, MP for Beverley and Holderness, commented on the visit: “Vuba shows that Beverley is a fantastic place to do business with a brilliant workforce and incredible infrastructure with the Energy Estuary on our doorstep. I was blown away by the work that they are doing on transforming the nation’s driveways and promoting sustainable homes. Sean shows that all you need to build a great business is a terrific idea and hard work.”
