About​

Established in 1989​

CNR was established in 1989 by Managing Director, Chris Reckless, to provide design resource & services across  various industrial and transport markets.  Over the past 30 years CNR has aquired  quality and extensive experience in a broad cross-section of the engineering industry; supplying not only design but also a wide range of engineering and data management support services.

A BS EN ISO 9001:2015 Certified business based in the East Midlands, we have close connections to several world reknowned Universities, industry leading OEM’s, sector defining research & development and a multitude of reliable precision manufacturing companies.
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Our core company expertise resides in aerospace, automotive, special purpose machinery & test rig design – Delivering concept generation and development through to detailed design, product optimisation and effective protoyping, testing & integration into the manufacturing process.

Chris & Edward

Mission​

To deliver innovative, high-quality mechanical engineering and design solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients across aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors. From concept through to production, we are committed to precision, reliability, and long-term collaboration.

Vision​

To be recognised as a trusted technical partner within UK and global engineering networks; delivering forward-thinking solutions, supporting sustainable manufacturing, and contributing to the future of transport and industrial design through continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing.

Values​

We are guided by:

  • Excellence in engineering and execution
  • Integrity in every client relationship
  • Collaboration across sectors and teams
  • Adaptability in an evolving industry
  • Innovation grounded in practical outcomes