Overview

Company Overview

Solotech is a global leader in audio-visual and entertainment technology solutions. Headquartered in Canada, the company provides advanced AV systems, sales, rental, and integration services to some of the world’s most high-profile events and venues — including live concerts, West End productions, and major entertainment tours such as Adele’s.

With operations across multiple countries, Solotech’s UK division plays a critical role in delivering technical excellence across the entertainment, corporate, and commercial sectors.

Industry

Audio-Visual Technology / Entertainment / Systems Integration

Company Size

Large - Over 2,000 employees worldwide

Retaining and Growing Operations in Rochdale

Previously based in Heywood, Solotech identified the need to relocate to a larger, more advanced facility to accommodate the growth of its UK operations. The company selected Kingsway Business Park in Rochdale as the new location for its Northern Hub — a move that enables them to expand and futureproof their operations in the UK.

This relocation not only safeguarded 66 existing jobs but will also create new roles as the business expands further, underlining Solotech’s long-term commitment to Rochdale.

RDA’s Role in Supporting the Move

The RDA, in partnership with MIDAS played a key role in facilitating Solotech’s relocation and expansion. The RDA provided:

• Dedicated property support to help identify a suitable site that matched Solotech’s space, technical, and logistical requirements

• Facilitation of the planning and relocation process, working closely with partners to ensure smooth delivery

• Strategic advisory and connection services, enabling the company to integrate seamlessly into its new location

The chosen facility at Kingsway Business Park now houses Solotech’s full range of AV services — including system design, rental, sales, and integration — in a single, high-specification base.

Economic and Strategic Impact

Solotech’s investment in Rochdale represents a major economic boost for the borough and demonstrates its appeal as a location for global companies in high-tech, creative sectors.

Key benefits include:

• Retention and safeguarding of 66 high-value jobs

• Creation of 18 new skilled roles, supporting local employment

• Enhanced capabilities for UK-wide operations through a strategically located hub

• A vote of confidence in Kingsway Business Park as a centre for innovation, logistics, and business growth

Delivering Growth Through Partnership

This project exemplifies how the RDA collaborates with partners to deliver tailored business support, attract and retain high-value employers, and drive economic development.

By supporting Solotech’s expansion, the RDA helped to:

• Deliver a key inward investment from a global company

• Strengthen Rochdale’s growing reputation in technology and creative industries

• Foster sustainable growth through long-term job creation

• Reinforce Kingsway’s position as a business destination of choice

Conclusion

Solotech’s decision to invest in Rochdale and establish its UK Northern Hub at Kingsway Business Park highlights the borough’s strategic advantages and the effectiveness of the RDA’s business support model. By enabling a smooth transition and providing expert guidance, the RDA has helped Solotech build a foundation for continued growth in the UK.

Rochdale continues to attract innovative, global businesses by offering the right infrastructure, talent, and support to succeed.