§ Mr. Rhodesasked the Minister of Technology what steps he is taking to assist British manufacturers to produce pressure gas compressors and process plant equipment in the United Kingdom; and whether he will make a statement on immediate prospects in this field.
§ Dr. BrayLarge process gas compressors are an important part of many process plants, which are at present often imported. The Ministry of Technology has been discussing with process companies and the manufacturers of such equipment means of increasing the British capability in this field. The Process Plant Expert Committee is expected to276W make recommendations fairly soon on measures to promote the efficiency and competitiveness of plant suppliers. The immediate prospects for the plant industry are hopeful: the Process Plant Working Party's latest forecast shows a sharp increase in demand for plant by the United Kingdom chemical industry and growing opportunities in export markets.