Our manufacturing heritage
Marlec components and installation kits - Manufacturing in our facilities in Rutland House - Corby
The United Kingdom has a long manufacturing heritage, shaped by generations of engineering, production, and innovation. From the steelworks that defined towns such as Corby to the industries that helped build Britain’s economy, manufacturing remains part of the country’s identity. While the sector has changed significantly over the decades, its influence, expertise, and standards continue to support businesses across the country today.
As a company based in Corby, a town deeply connected to British manufacturing, Marlec is proud to continue that tradition. Over the years, global manufacturing has shifted, with countries such as China becoming dominant in large-scale production. Yet the value of British manufacturing has not disappeared. According to Oxford Economics, the UK remains one of the world’s leading manufacturing nations, with the sector contributing more than £500 billion to the economy through direct and indirect impact. Manufacturing also continues to drive innovation, exports, engineering, and skilled employment across Britain.
VEVA EV Charger being manufacturing in partnership with Em-lite in the UK
At Marlec, we continue to design and manufacture renewable energy solutions here in the UK. Working closely with engineers, designers, and skilled manufacturing teams, we produce products built around reliability, performance, and long-term support. That commitment is one of the reasons why customers value products such as the VEVA EV charger. Knowing the product is manufactured in Britain gives customers confidence in both its quality and the support behind it.
Image credit: External technical team during Green Column installation and commissioning.
The same approach applies across our off-grid and renewable energy solutions, including off-grid lighting, solar signage, and our globally recognised Rutland Windchargers. Manufacturing locally allows easier maintenance, stronger technical support, and trusted standards that our customers and partners can rely on. With decades of expertise and a commitment to British manufacturing excellence, Marlec continues to represent what UK industry has always been known for: quality engineering, dependable products, and practical innovation.
