Batley-based Inter-net designers Red Planet has become part of IP Industries in a deal being hailed as a 'union of strengths.'

The firm, which started up in Batley two years ago and has a 14-strong workforce, has effectively 'merged' with its new, Leeds based owner.

Former Red Planet managing director, Jonathan Mayo, has taken over as MD for IP Industries, which specialises in making commercial IT applications more efficient.

He said: "A combination of IP Ind-ustries' unique tech- nological expertise and our design and commercial success will enable us to build a successful future for ourselves and our clients."