Cramlington sweet manufacturer Sweet Dreams is set to boost its operations, create jobs and break into new markets after tapping into funding.
The confectionery company, which makes the popular Choc Nibbles brand as well as supplying sweets to leading retailers throughout the UK, has secured £92,000 from the North of Tyne Growth Fund. The company, led by husband and wife team Matt and Cath Stephenson, is using the grant to hire more staff, buy new machinery and increase its product range to include chocolate bars as well as plans for vegan and plant-based products.
The funding comes from the North of Tyne Combined Authority and the European Regional Development Fund. Mr Stephenson, said: “It’s the first time we ever had any support. Our chocolate bar line wouldn’t have happened without NTCA’s investment. We’ve got an exciting thing here – and the new funding took the pressure off.
