Cambridge Animation Systems, who create state-of-the-art special effects for major film studios like Warner Brothers, have just taken a lease on a 3,000 sq.ft. facility at the Diomed building, Cambridge Research Park.

Cambridge has a worldwide reputation for science-based industries, and Cambridge Animation Systems, with their roster of international clients, considered a Cambridge address to be of first importance to their business. They were also attracted by the high-tech profile of the Park and its strong IT infrastructure.

�Although most of our business takes place over the information superhighway, Cambridge�s prestige carries weight with our clients� comments Steve Holland, Cambridge Animation Systems CEO. �Our position in Cambridge means that we cross over with Asia in the morning and the Americas in the evening, giving us complete one-to-one coverage worldwide.�

�Competitive rents and the growth potential of the Park were other factors behind our move� adds Steve, who moved the company here from Castle Hill in Cambridge city centre. �If our current rate of expansion is sustained, we�ll be ready to take on larger premises here by the time our three-year lease expires.�

�There�s also the natural advantage of being in a modern light-filled environment. It counters the eyestrain of working at computers all day, and since our staff are our key asset, that�s very important to us.�