Thomas, Richard, & Co Ltd

Sectors:

  • Basic metals production Iron, steel & related alloys production
  • Basic metals production Tinplate production

Notes:

Traced origins to Richard Thomas (1837-1916) who in 1871 leased tinplate works at Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, followed by others at Lydney. 1884 reconstructed as Richard Thomas & Co Ltd with assistance of Barrow Haematite Steel Co Ltd. 1888 purchased Melingriffith Tinplate works near Cardiff and emerged as leading tinplate manufacturers. 1936 acquired Ebbw Vale Steel Iron & Coal Co Ltd. 1948 merged with Baldwins Ltd to form Richard Thomas & Baldwins Ltd

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