Leading signage specialists, FASTSIGNS UK, has confirmed it is set to expand into Solihull with the arrival of a brand new centre.

The new centre, FASTSIGNS Solihull, will be led by local entrepreneur, Farooq Wani, alongside a dedicated design and production specialist and an experienced sales expert.

Its arrival marks the 24th centre in the growing FASTSIGNS UK network and the second to open in the West Midlands.

Located on the bustling Kings Norton Trading Estate, its state-of-the-art production setup is specifically designed to support the education, healthcare, construction and commercial landscape across Solihull, South Birmingham, Redditch, Longbridge and Worcester.

Inside the centre is a selection of industry-leading machinery, including an Epson S9100 high-production printer, a Mimaki plotter and laminator, as well as a Roll-Over applicator table and custom assembly gear.

Before joining the franchise-based signage firm, Farooq spent five years scaling a dual-territory franchise business in the frozen food sector. He also brings with him experience managing major infrastructure projects for industry titans like Balfour Beatty, Siemens and prominent engineering firms across the Middle East.

Commenting on his transition into the signage industry, Farooq, said:

“After selling my previous franchise, I was looking for a new challenge that gave me the chance to combine my background in technical project management, with my franchise experience. FASTSIGNS UK presented me with that very opportunity.

“While the brand already has a strong legacy in the area, the scale of economic growth here means there’s ample opportunity for a new, independent centre to thrive. Opening in Solihull allows us to strategically expand and support key sectors right across Solihull and the southern communities of the Midlands. We’re excited for what the future holds.”

John Davies, Managing Director of FASTSIGNS UK, added:

“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Farooq to the FASTSIGNS network. His extensive background in project management and proven track record in franchising make him the ideal leader to take forward our second location in Birmingham.

“The West Midlands is an economic powerhouse with a really diverse commercial landscape, spanning education, construction and manufacturing, among others, providing us with so many opportunities to make a real impact among our business community. I look forward to seeing Farooq and his team in action, and wish them the best of luck for this venture!”

For more information on FASTSIGNS Solihull, visit https://www.fastsigns.co.uk/solihull/.