About Derwent James Ltd

DERWENT JAMES LTD was formed in 2009. Owner Neil Finney (pictured) has over two decades of experience in providing sampling equipment and expertise for a wide range of companies in a wide range of sectors and industries. Such as Chemical and Petrochemical; Oil and Gas; Nuclear; Energy; Pharmaceutical; and Engineering.

Neil formed Derwent James Ltd in 2009. He already had many years of experience within the process engineering industry. Neil understood that many companies required a more bespoke, personal touch when it came to on-site sampling solutions.

Based right in the heart of the country. In Derby – close to the M1, and with an excellent rail network and international airport on our doorstep. Derwent James Ltd are perfectly placed to offer the process sampling and liquid handling solutions that your company needs, wants, and deserves.

Derwent James are the exclusive UK representatives for Dovianus BV (the Netherlands based manufacturer of Dopak sampling systems). So, as well as providing a wealth of sampling experience and expertise, Derwent James Ltd can back this up with ensuring your company gets world class sampling equipment, too.

In mid 2024 Neil agreed, in addition to representing Dopak sampling systems, to add the superb PLP Systems to the Derwent James portfolio of products. PLP are the Italian manufacturer of liquid handling and powder dosing systems. Find out more about PLP here

We feel that it’s good for you to know that at Derwent James Ltd we can call on not just our expertise, but also the vast knowledge and experience of our partner companies too. Ensuring that the products you select are the right ones for your application.

Whatever your process engineering challenge Neil has the knowledge and experience to help. Above all he wants to hear from you about your process sampling and liquid handling challenges.

Start today by contacting us for a no obligation discussion or give Neil a call!