Why this Yorkshire business is setting up a subsidiary in Ukraine

The Barnsley-based company signed the compact to work with Ukraine-based companies, investing where appropriate and supporting development and economic growth.

Andel believes that having a Ukrainian office well established before the war ends means when the rebuild of the community commences, it will be fully prepared to be able to offer goods and services to the people.

Olga Surovtseva, the Ukrainian manager of Andel’s Dutch subsidiary, is guiding the team on the most appropriate location to open an office.

Andel managing director Peter Double said: “I am honoured to be part of the international community that is banding together in support of Ukraine’s recovery.

"We believe that we will be able to bring positive, sustainable solutions to Ukraine in the efforts to rebuild and thrive.

“In our efforts, we will, of course, adhere to the four core principles in supporting long-term sustainable economic recovery and reconstruction of Ukraine: to invest and behave sustainably, act responsibly, implement best practices and respect all legislation to make sure Ukraine has the best possible chance of recovery.”

The company has a long history of supporting Eastern Europe. Last year seven Andel volunteers drove to Poland to deliver five tonnes of humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

Andel has previously won the Queen’s Award for Innovation.

The company has completed a number of high profile projects, including installing and commissioning several leak detection systems in the main stadium for the 2012 London Olympics, the white-water canoe course, and the Olympic village.

Andel has also installed its Floodline system in prestigious London buildings including the Shard, the Houses of Parliament, the O2, the ‘Walkie Talkie’ building and Canary Wharf.