Meet the Finalists #29: METCO ENGINEERING Finalists Supporting Gold Machining Guns Metco Engineeering designs and manufactures componentry for the likes of the NZDF, Assa Abloy and Callaghan Innovations. 50% of the company’s production is destined for overseas markets, which rules out resting on one’s laurels, GM Mark O’Donnell says. “While it’s important to recognise our New Zealand heritage and New Zealand made products customers won’t purchase on these factors alone - we need to be competitive. And our quality and service give us an edge.” Metco works closely with organisations like Weltec, Victoria University, Dale Carnegie and local Councils to make sure new apprentices get the best possible start, and has recently achieved ACC Tertiary level status. Learn more: www.metco engineering.co.nz