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UK's leading paving compound maker expands with new Ipswich base

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Azpects, creator of the UK's top-selling paving jointing compound EASYJoint, is expanding its operations with a move to larger premises at Whitehouse Business Centre in Ipswich.

The big picture: The company, which manufactures products that make creating and maintaining hard landscaping easier, has signed a 12-year lease on Suffolk House, arranged by Penn Commercial. This marks a significant expansion for the Ipswich-based manufacturer.

Suffolk House at Whitehouse Business Centre in Ipswich
Suffolk House is located at Whitehouse Business Centre in IpswichPenn Commercial

Behind the move: Established in 2009, Azpects has grown significantly, with its flagship product, EASYJoint, evolving into a family of nine products.

The new unit provides the company with:

  • A 34,067 sq ft warehouse unit

  • Additional office space of 4,520 sq ft

  • Extensive on-site car parking to support growth

What they're saying: "From placing the unit onto the market, Penn sourced the tenant within just three weeks, and negotiated terms for a swift completion," said Vanessa Penn, Managing Director of Penn Commercial, who added: "We wish Azpects every future success in their new premises."

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FORKNIGHT returns to Ipswich with 30+ delicious offers

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Now's your chance to discover Ipswich's incredible food scene – special offers await at pubs, cafés and restaurants across the town centre from 19-31 May, as the beloved FORKNIGHT returns after a six-year hiatus.

Why it matters: This campaign isn't just about the deals – it's about discovering what makes Ipswich's food scene worth celebrating and finding your new favourite spot. From British classics to African-inspired dishes, FORKNIGHT celebrates the diversity that makes Ipswich's food scene special.

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Ipswich Central

What's new: More than 30 participating venues are offering special deals throughout the day – whether you're after breakfast, brunch, lunch or an evening meal out.

European delicacies, American comfort food, Asian flavours, African cuisine, and much more, giving you plenty of reasons to step outside your usual habits and try something new, somewhere new.

What they're saying: Lee Walker , CEO of Ipswich Central , said: "We've got a wonderful array of places to eat around the town, that for a two-week period we're showcasing these and encouraging people to make use of great food offers to eat out with friends or family.

"Visit a venue you haven't tried before, maybe enjoy a type of cuisine that you wouldn't normally try or didn't even know was available right here in town!"

How to take part: Visit www.allaboutipswich.com/forknight to browse the offers. Choose one that catches your eye and quote 'FORKNIGHT' when booking at participating venues.

Walker added: "FORKNIGHT is a reminder that we have some great places to eat out around the town, for breakfast, brunch, lunch or an evening meal out we've got all options covered."

The bottom line: FORKNIGHT offers the perfect opportunity to support local businesses whilst expanding your culinary horizons. Why not make this the fortnight you finally try that restaurant you've been meaning to visit?

Over the next two weeks, we'll be spotlighting some of the incredible people behind Ipswich's most-loved eateries, so make sure you subscribe to our newsletter and visit our website regularly.

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