Suffolk Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Castons Artelia, a respected property and construction consultancy, as its latest Patron. This partnership brings together two organisations with strong Suffolk ties and a shared commitment to supporting the county’s long-term economic success.
Established in 1895 and now part of the Artelia Group, Castons provides expert advice across a range of construction and compliance services.
Its work spans both public and private sectors, with vast experience in areas including healthcare, education, infrastructure and life sciences.
Recent projects include helping deliver the Community Diagnostics Centre at Newmarket Community Hospital – for which it has been shortlisted for a national award – as well as its continued work as lead consultant on the new West Suffolk Hospital.
This new Patronage formalises Castons’ support for the Chamber’s mission to connect, represent and support Suffolk businesses. It also reflects its ambition to play an active role in shaping the county’s future through collaboration and investment.
Tim Tompkins, Director of Cost Management at Castons, said: “We’re really excited to join the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce as a Patron Member.
“Castons has been part of the Ipswich business community for over 130 years, and we’re proud to bring our local knowledge and experience to the table.
“We’re looking forward to working alongside other great businesses, sharing ideas, and helping shape the future of Suffolk’s business landscape while supporting Suffolk Chamber continue to support its members and wider SME business community.
“Castons joins a select and influential group of Chamber Patrons. These are businesses that choose to play a leading role in strengthening Suffolk’s voice on key issues ranging from transport and infrastructure to skills development, international trade and sustainability.
“Patrons benefit from increased visibility, direct access to policy-shaping conversations and deeper engagement with the wider business community.”
John Dugmore, Chief Executive of Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, said: “We are delighted to welcome Castons to our Patronage.
“Their experience and insight will be a valuable addition to our network, particularly as we continue to focus on the challenges and opportunities facing Suffolk’s business community.
“This partnership is rooted in shared purpose and a practical commitment to helping Suffolk thrive.
“We are confident that this collaboration will bring lasting value to Suffolk’s business community and we look forward to working with Castons in the months and years ahead.”
Suffolk Chamber of Commerce continues to serve as a strong voice for business at a local, regional and national level. The addition of Castons further strengthens the Chamber’s ability to influence, collaborate and deliver outcomes that matter to Suffolk’s employers and communities.
As both organisations look ahead to the future, this new partnership sends a clear message about the power of collaboration and the importance of investing in Suffolk’s success.