A COMPANY which specialises in galvanising materials is celebrating after securing a long-term partnership with an internationally renowned sculptor.

South East Galvanizers Ltd, based in Crittall Road, Witham, is set to continue working with Charles Elliott after forging a working relationship in the past three years.

Elliot produces originally designed and handcrafted pieces of art for customers across the UK, including animal, equine, and contemporary sculptures.

He is also an award-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show medallist and, alongside his talented and dedicated team, is commissioned to create a bespoke horse sculpture for Royal Ascot every year.

South East Galvanizers has announced it has secured a 'long-term' deal with Elliott and will help to galvanize more of his work in the years ahead.

Commercial manager Neil Pearson said: "We’re thrilled that such an acclaimed artist such as Charles Elliott chooses to use our services for his amazing artwork.

"Galvanizing is an ideal finish for such pieces as it effectively protects from corrosion, has a long-life expectancy, and produces an aesthetically-pleasing finish."

Mr Elliott said: “We always receive fantastic service from the team at South East Galvanizers – we can literally call them up one day and they’ll have my sculptures galvanized and ready for collection the following day.

"The service really is spot-on and we have a great relationship with them – even if they’re really busy they’ll always squeeze us in.”