AI driving responsible management, industrial automation, and energy efficiency
Schneider Electric recently outlined how its global AI positioning unites data science with business domain knowledge to lead the discussion and disrupt industrial automation and energy management
Enabling industry to switch from gas to electricity will boost both international and domestic investment
Electrify Industry, powered by Make UK, launched recently in the Houses of Parliament when some of Britain’s most innovative industrial companies came together to help industry electrify.
Further blow for UK growth revealed
More than half of small and medium sized engineering and manufacturing businesses expect to employ less people, due to increased costs and taxes, new data from a leading organisation has shown.
Manufacturing hits the buffers as tax and cost increases bite
Britain’s manufacturers have hit the buffers as a wave of increasing employment taxes and wider business costs bite hard, as well as worries of a global trade war according to new figures in a major survey published today (17/3)by Make UK and business advisory firm BDO.
Bridging the Gender and Skills Gap: Smart Manufacturing Week Drives Inclusive Engineering
Smart Manufacturing Week has announced partnerships with both Women into Science & Engineering (WISE) and the Women’s Engineering Society (WES), underscoring its commitment to fostering diversity in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. Through these strategic partnerships with organisations dedicated to gender equality in STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Maths) Smart Manufacturing Week is helping to break down barriers and create more opportunities for women to thrive in an industry that has historically struggled with gender diversity, with the end goal of a more inclusive and dynamic workforce.
Talking Industry: Using smart maintenance to slash operating costs
For November’s Talking Industry two specialists in smart maintenance gave their insight into how this approach can deliver measurable cost savings, enhance productivity, and drive smarter decision-making.Talking Industry Chair Andy Pye reports
£83bn boost to UK economy over the next decade if Britain’s SME manufacturers achieve their growth ambitions
Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of the UK economy. There are 250,000active manufacturing businesses in the UK, with 99% of these micro and small to medium companies. Almost two-thirds (64%) of these SMEs have the ambition to grow into large businesses which could deliver £83bn to manufacturing GVA over the next decade.
PEMAC joins Elecosoft to enhance asset management and digital transformation solutions
PEMAC, a leading provider of cloud-based computerised maintenance management software (CMMS) has announced it has joined the Elecosoft group which specialises in software solutions for the building lifecycle.
From factory floor hacks to future trends: Smart Manufacturing Week 2025
The NEC Birmingham will once again play host to Smart Manufacturing Week (SMW) the UK’s largest festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering on 4–5 June 2025. SMW brings together a powerful lineup of events, including Smart Factory Expo, Maintec, Drives & Controls, Design + Engineering Expo and the Air-Tech and Fluid Power and systems zones. H&P reports.
Linde Hydraulics rebrands as LHY Powertrain
Linde Hydraulics Limited has officially changed its name to LHY Powertrain Limited. The rebranding marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing transformation, as it shifts from being a component manufacturer to a full solution provider
Polyhose UK celebrates milestones with Dorset Chamber Membership and unveils growth plans
Polyhose UK, an energy conveyance products wholesaler, celebrated over 30 years of Dorset Chamber membership in 2024. From its dedicated warehouse and distribution site in Christchurch, Dorset, Polyhose supplies customers all over the UK with world-class Thermoplastic, PTFE, Rubber Hydraulic, Industrial, Composite, Stainless Steel, Flexible hoses and Fluid Connectors.
UK Manufacturers see industrial strategy as a ‘game changer’ for investment and productivity
Britain’s manufacturers believe the introduction of a formal industrial strategy will significantly boost investment, improve productivity, and help address future skills needs, according to a recent major survey.
Rugby company named Manufacturer of the Year
The LISI AEROSPACE Rugby site, a manufacturer of advanced titanium components for the Aerospace sector has struck Gold at a prestigious national manufacturing awards ceremony.
Hannover Messe 2025 to Showcase Advancements in Smart Manufacturing and AI
Hannover Messe 2025 will highlight the latest advancements in smart manufacturing, with a strong focus on automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability. The event’s Smart Manufacturing exhibition area will span seven halls, featuring companies from around the world demonstrating cutting-edge technologies, components, and integrated Industry 4.0 solutions designed to enhance production efficiency and global competitiveness.
Made Smarter empowers 20 new digital leaders to deliver smarter manufacturing
Made Smarter has announced it has empowered 20 more digital leaders with the strategy and skills to pursue smarter manufacturing through innovation with its trailblazing leadership programme.
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PPMA 2025
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Advanced Engineering Show 2025
29 October, 2025, 9:00 - 30 October, 2025, 16:00
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