A Northern Ireland energy systems firm has announced plans to invest £800,000 in expanding it operations in the Republic.

Saintfield-based Hughes Energy Systems Ltd will receive some support from Invest NI.

The firm provides products and services to increase the efficiency of its customers' energy processes, helping businesses to reduce energy consumption and costs, and meet legal requirements on power usage levels.

Its clients include companies in sectors such as manufacturing, retail and hospitality throughout the Republic of Ireland.

Invest NI's Graham Davis, said: "Hughes Energy Systems is raising the profile of its products and services amongst potential customers through targeted advertising, attendance at trade shows and the delivery of information seminars for specific clients.

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"Promotion of its energy solutions on the internet is also pivotal to its expansion strategy, and five new employees are being recruited to help the company meet increasing demand resulting from the drive to win new business.

"The environmental business sector presents considerable business opportunities for Northern Ireland companies. Firms such as Hughes Energy Systems, which position themselves strongly, can reap significant profits."

Anne Hughes, Joint Managing Director of Hughes Energy Systems, said: "Many businesses throughout the world are feeling the effects of the economic downturn and are aware of the need to cut operating costs at every opportunity. Our products can help achieve this."

"This investment is enabling us to maximise commercial opportunities and we are confident that we will increase sales in key target markets over the next two to three years," added Ms Hughes.

(PR/JM)