A custom signage brand has opened a new centre, creating four jobs.

The new Fastsigns franchise was opened by the Mayor of Maidstone, Cllr Derek Butler, who unveiled its 3,000sq ft site in Integra, Bircholt Road on May 18.

The centre’s new managing director Muhannad Ziyadah, who has worked in the print industry for more than a decade, has invested £150,000 to set up the company, buying high-end machinery.

He said he chose Maidstone because of its thriving business community and good infrastructure.

Fastsigns UK managing director John Davies attended the opening and said: “It is the start of an exciting new chapter and I am looking forward to seeing what Muhannad and his staff deliver.”