A signage company, with 25 branches nationwide, has just opened its first in Kent.

Fastsigns has unveiled its latest franchise on the Colebrook Industrial Estate in Tunbridge Wells.

The centre will create five new jobs and be led by franchisee Nik Mathur who has two decades of experience in the hospitality sector.

Its key audience will be local firms seeking signage, graphic design, installations and project management, as well as site surveying.

Nik Mathur said: “Having lived not far from Tunbridge Wells, we’re also already very well-acquainted with the area so we feel we’re in a strong position to hit the ground running.

“We’re looking forward to getting hands-on support from the wider network as we look to build solid foundations here in Tunbridge Wells and watch the business grow over the coming years.”