Pioneer Safety Group is proud to announce that Petrel, the group’s hazardous area lighting brand operating out of Birmingham, UK has been shortlisted in the Investment category at the West Midlands Business of the Year Awards 2026. This recognition reflects Petrel’s significant transformation over the past two years.
Since joining Pioneer Safety Group in early 2024 under the leadership of Managing Director Mark Pemberton, Petrel has undergone a significant multi‑stage investment programme designed to modernise operations, expand technical capabilities and strengthen its position as a trusted provider of ATEX, UKCA and IECEx certified lighting for hazardous areas.
Petrel’s transformation has included:
🔺Refurbishment of its Birmingham manufacturing facility
🔺Upgrades to IT and supply‑chain infrastructure, and;
🔺Expansion of research, development and testing capabilities
Yet investment hasn’t stopped at infrastructure. Petrel has also enhanced employee benefits, wellbeing initiatives and career development pathways, ensuring its workforce remains at the heart of its innovation and success.
These improvements have already contributed to increased productivity and reduced lead times, strengthening both UK and international growth plans.
As part of Pioneer Safety Group, Petrel’s shortlist not only highlights the brand’s achievements but also reinforces Pioneer Safety Group’s commitment to advancing safe, reliable solutions for hazardous areas worldwide.