Three dimensional modelling business moves to Barnsley from Poland to explore UK market

Originally based in Rzeszów, in Poland, she plans to use her new base as a springboard for growth, delivering 3D digital model applications for clients in sectors including design and construction, medicine and research. She will also offer training in AutoCad software.

The company’s move has been supported by a Tech Welcome Grant. Funded by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA), this new initiative aims to encourage technology businesses to move to the region.

The grants provide help with accommodation costs for up to a year, with the percentage of rent covered dependent on the number of jobs the business brings to the region. Qualifying companies can choose to move into any South Yorkshire workspace including Sheffield Tech Parks, Kollider, RIDO Business Hubs and DMC 01 and 02

3DR is the first company to gain a Tech Welcome Support Grant which will cover 40 per cent of the company’s rent for an office at DMC 01 in Barnsley for 12 months.

Ms Rak said: “Every new business needs some financial support to move forward and develop; and this grant has helped me follow my ambition to work in the UK. I was very keen to explore opportunities here; and the Tech Welcome Grant was a big help in taking this decision. The application process was quick and easy and the DMC team have been very helpful and welcoming.”

She specialises in urban construction as an engineer and has worked with commercial and academic clients in Poland since 2016. She has also lectured in AutoCad software at universities in Warsaw, Lublin and Dąbrowa Górnicza.

Tech Welcome Lead at the DMC Makauley Barron said: “We’re really pleased to see the region’s first Tech Welcome Grant awarded to 3DR, to support their move Barnsley’s DMC 01.

“Danuta is already making key connections in our collaborative business community; and has explored our cutting-edge MakerLab facilities, including 3D printers. We look forward to seeing how 3DR works with other creative and digital companies across the region and grows its business.”

Ms Rak added: “DMC is a very friendly place and is more than an office but already a second home. It is good to be among so many smart, enterprising people. I am impressed with Barnsley too as it is an up-and-coming town. I am passionate about my work and excited about my company’s move to South Yorkshire.”