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UK: James Donaldson Timber prepares for Chorley expansion
[Oct 28, 2025]




Leading timber supplier, James Donaldson Timber (JDT) is preparing to open its new, 110,000ft2 flagship manufacturing facility in Botany Bay Business Park next month, with the creation of highly skilled job opportunities for local workers.

As one of the UK’s largest timber importers and distributors, the state-of-the-art facility focuses primarily on the sawmilling, processing, and distribution of timber, specialising in custom and standard profiles, using hardwoods, softwood, sawn redwood and MDF mouldings.

With new technology, enhanced capabilities and an improved working environment, the 165-year old family business is launching a recruitment drive to attract skilled wood machinists, with the aim to increase their workforce by 20%.

Source: lep.co.uk


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