The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme

Hardide Coatings is a UK-based company specializing in tungsten carbide coatings designed to enhance the durability of metal components in harsh environments. Utilizing a patented low-temperature chemical vapor deposition process, the coatings provide significant wear and corrosion resistance while maintaining toughness and ductility. This technology extends the lifespan of critical components across various high-value industries, including oil and gas, aerospace, petrochemical, power generation, defense, and industrial tooling. Hardide operates in multiple regions, including the UK and the United States, and focuses on delivering advanced solutions for applications that require robust performance in abrasive, erosive, and chemically aggressive conditions.

Gold Crown Bakeries is responsible for producing a diverse range of baked cakes and puddings including hand-decorated Christmas cakes, Christmas puddings, tray bakes, brownies, and flapjacks.

Trades and Labourers is a provider of construction services.

AirTube’s pneumatic conveying systems are recognised for providing creative solutions which precisely meet the needs of customers whose commercial activities call either for the secure conveying of cash, documentation, samples and other products, or staff security in potentially sensitive areas, or both.

Parker Norfolk & Partners is an insurance brokerage firm based in London and Birmingham, specializing in multi-discipline insurance services. The company offers a diverse range of insurance solutions, including trade credit, commodities, financial and political risk insurance, tailored to meet the needs of businesses across various geographical markets. With a strong specialist team, Parker Norfolk focuses on delivering effective risk management services and sound advice to its clients, including those in the UK SME market.

Orthios Group is a provider of Renewable energy, food production, climate action and job security.

Cineworld Group plc is a prominent player in the cinema industry, operating a diverse range of movie theater brands, including Regal, United Artists, Edwards, Cineworld, Picturehouse, Cinema City, Yes Planet, and Rav-Chen. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Brentford, United Kingdom, the company manages approximately 9,500 screens across 787 locations in multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Poland, Israel, Hungary, Romania, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, and Slovakia. Cineworld aims to provide an exceptional cinema experience, featuring special formats such as IMAX, ScreenX, and 4DX, which offer immersive viewing options. The company generates revenue primarily through ticket sales, as well as food, beverage, and merchandise sales, alongside income from retail and screen advertising.