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UK Export Finance Supports Bristol-Based Dynisma's Expansion into Europe

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Bristol-based technology leader Dynisma has secured a EUR 10.7 million contract with a European client, thanks in part to a EUR 3 million surety bond issued by NatWest and guaranteed by UK Export Finance (UKEF)'s Bond Support Scheme. This deal marks a significant milestone for the company, which has created over 65 high-skilled UK jobs and opened a new 20,000 sq. ft technology campus in Bristol. Dynisma's pioneering motion simulation systems are adopted by leading automotive manufacturers worldwide, including McLaren Automotive and Ferrari.

Key Takeaways:

  • Dynisma secured a EUR 10.7 million contract with a European client, supported by a EUR 3 million surety bond issued by NatWest and guaranteed by UKEF's Bond Support Scheme.
  • The company created over 65 high-skilled UK jobs and opened a new 20,000 sq. ft technology campus in Bristol over the past year.
  • Dynisma's partnership with NatWest and UKEF includes a General Export Facility (GEF) worth up to around [pounds sterling]7.1 million, providing access to a range of trade finance facilities.
  • The company's advanced motion simulators enable automotive manufacturers to virtually test and develop vehicles across the entire product lifecycle.
  • Dynisma's technology has been adopted by leading automotive manufacturers worldwide, including McLaren Automotive and Ferrari.

Statistics:

  • EUR 10.7 million: value of the contract secured by Dynisma with a European client.
  • EUR 3 million: value of the surety bond issued by NatWest and guaranteed by UKEF's Bond Support Scheme.
  • 65: number of high-skilled UK jobs created by Dynisma over the past year.
  • 20,000 sq. ft: size of Dynisma's new technology campus in Bristol.
  • [pounds sterling]7.1 million: maximum value of the General Export Facility (GEF) provided by NatWest and UKEF.

Sources:

  • M2 PRESSWIRE-July 7, 2025-: UK Export Finance backs Bristol tech firm revolutionising automotive industry (C)1994-2025 M2 COMMUNICATIONS RDATE:07072025
  • "Dynisma set out to close a critical gap in vehicle development by creating motion simulators with real-world correlation." - statement attributed to Ash Warne, founder of Dynisma.
  • "Dynisma is a fantastic example of a successful British business that has gone from strength-to-strength through exporting." - statement attributed to Gareth Thomas, Minister for Exports.
  • "We're proud to be flying the flag for British innovation on a global stage and to be helping our customers rethink what's possible in simulation, development, and performance." - statement attributed to Graeme Cook, CEO of Dynisma.

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