Smart Manufacturing Week 2025: A Festival of Innovation at the Heart of UK Industry
The NEC Birmingham will once again play host to the UK's largest manufacturing and engineering event, Smart Manufacturing Week, on 4-5 June 2025.
Make UK’s Industrial Strategy Skills Commission proposes sweeping reforms
Make UK’s Industrial Strategy Skills Commission has called for sweeping reforms to address the UK’s growing skills deficit, which is hindering economic and productivity growth. The Commission’s recommendations include the creation of a formal ‘Skills Covenant’ between government and industry to increase investment in workforce training and upskilling.
IET responds to Spring Statement, emphasising innovation and skills for defence industry growth
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has welcomed the UK Government’s commitment to boosting the nation’s defence industry in the Spring Statement, particularly the £400 million investment in the development and deployment of new technologies like quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI). According to Stephanie Baxter, Head of Policy at the IET, this funding has significant potential to drive groundbreaking innovations in engineering and technology, not only advancing the UK’s defence capabilities but also benefiting the wider economy and society.
Business expansion as Polyhose UK officially opens new warehouse facility
Polyhose UK, an energy conveyance products wholesaler, was pleased to welcome guests from the British Fluid Power Association (BFPA), Dorset Chamber, Mar-Key Group, Lloyds Banking Group and Rubicon People Partnership to celebrate the official opening of its new warehouse.
ECITB invests further £2m in Regional Skills Hubs to tackle industry shortages
The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is to invest a further £2 million for Regional Skills Hubs over the next two years.
Hydraulics specialist celebrated for outstanding delivery performance
WEBER-HYDRAULIK, a leading hydraulics specialist, has been recognised with the prestigious KION OTIF95 Supplier Performance Award, in acknowledgment of its outstanding delivery performance and close cooperation with the KION GROUP.
UK Digital Twin Centre opens in Belfast to drive nationwide industrial innovation
The UK Digital Twin Centre has officially opened in Belfast, marking a major milestone in the UK’s digital innovation landscape. Delivered by Digital Catapult and funded by the Belfast Region City Deal and Innovate UK, the project is set to drive the next wave of industrial transformation by accelerating the adoption of digital twin technology across the UK’s critical sectors, projected to reach £62million in GVA for the economy over the next decade
Shell Tellus Zinc Free S3 MX and VX hydraulic fluids launched to extend performance and lower environmental impact1
Shell Lubricants launches Shell Tellus Zinc Free S3 MX and Shell Tellus Zinc Free S3 VX hydraulic fluids to support customers seeking zinc-free formulations to help meet local environmental regulations and reduce the cost of owning and operating modern hydraulic equipment.
Smart Manufacturing Week 2025 Educational Agenda announced
Smart Manufacturing Week has announced the launch of its educational agenda for 2025, offering an expansive and entirely free programme tailored to address the evolving needs of modern manufacturers and engineers.
Made Smarter unveils £1M fund to accelerate digital transformation in North West manufacturing
Made Smarter, the Government-backed digital adoption programme, has launched a new £1M funding round to support technology projects among SME manufacturers in the North West.
Advanced Engineering expands enabling innovation showdown
Following a record-breaking 2024 event, the UK’s annual engineering and manufacturing exhibition Advanced Engineering UK is expanding its Enabling Innovation competition for 2025. The competition, open to start-ups and SMEs, provides a unique opportunity for companies to showcase their innovations, culminating in presentations on the main stage at the NEC, Birmingham on October 29 and 30, 2025.
IMechE strengthens partnership with Primary Engineer to inspire the next generation of engineers
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) is continuing its partnership with Primary Engineer, building on a shared goal of expanding engineering education throughout the UK. This ongoing collaboration focuses on introducing young students to the world of engineering while providing teachers with the tools to effectively teach STEM subjects in their classrooms.
University or apprenticeship?
A report into the perceptions of the best routes into engineering and technology amongst teaching professionals has found an even split between university and apprenticeships routes.
The future of manufacturing – Smart Manufacturing Week 2025
As Industry 4.0 continues to evolve Smart Manufacturing Week 2025 (June 4-5) provides a platform to examine how emerging technologies, ideas, and businesses are shaping the sector. With a focus on digital transformation, workforce development, AI, growth, supply chains, and automation, the event will offer insights into the trends and technologies influencing the future of manufacturing and engineering. Smart Machines & Factories reports.
The MTC: West Midlands RAS Cluster launches brand refresh and new website
The West Midlands RAS (Robotics and Autonomous Systems) Cluster, a collaborative group founded by the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and University of Birmingham has announced the launch of the group’s new online presence.
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SMART Manufacturing & Engineering Week
04 - 05 June, 2025
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PPMA 2025
23 September, 2025, 9:30 - 25 September, 2025, 16:00
NEC, Birmingham UK -
Advanced Engineering Show 2025
29 October, 2025, 9:00 - 30 October, 2025, 16:00
NEC, Birmingham UK
