English and Welsh exports to EU on downward trend

24 July, 2023

The majority of English regions and Wales are seeing a downward trend in their share of manufacturing exports to the EU suggesting a potential structural shift in the UK’s trade patterns, according to analysis published today by Make UK and accountancy and business advisory firm BDO.

Industry continues to drive forward digital revolution towards Net Zero

18 July, 2023

Britain’s manufacturers are powering forward in their digital journey towards Net Zero as the sector moves to reduce energy usage and costs, cut greenhouse gas emissions and boost productivity, according to new research published today by Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation and Sage, a market leader for cloud business management solutions.

British Compressed Air Society appoints Cliff Warne to Board

12 July, 2023

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has appointed Cliff Warne as Executive Director.

‘Industry In Motion’ 2023 Maintenance Engineering Report published

10 July, 2023

RS, an omni-channel provider of product and service solutions including maintenance solutions and safety solutions, has released the ‘Industry in Motion’ 2023 Maintenance Engineering Report, in conjunction with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), based on findings from a survey that aimed to ‘take the pulse’ of the profession.

UK Regions and Nations see manufacturing jobs boost

03 July, 2023

The number of jobs in manufacturing has grown in six of eight English regions along with Wales, highlighting the importance of the sector to hopes of levelling up across the UK by creating highly skilled and better paid jobs.

Digital replenishment App launched

29 June, 2023

ERIKS UK has launched an APP that enables its customers to digitally replenish their stores ensuring that they experience fast, efficient and reliable next day delivery with full digital traceability.

Schaeffler completes acquisition of Ewellix

27 June, 2023

Daniel Westberg, CEO of Ewellix

The Schaeffler Group has completed the acquisition of Ewellix. This starts a new era for Ewellix being part of a large industrial group with a strong focus on industrial applications.

A&S International appointed as a master distributor for Hosepatch

22 June, 2023

A&S International has been appointed as a master distributor for the Australian company Hosepatch.

Attitudes to UK Industry: International Women in Engineering Day report

21 June, 2023

International Women in Engineering Day 2023 (INWED 23rd June) was recently profiled at an Editors’ briefing in London.

Manufacturing recovery continues despite challenges

19 June, 2023

Britain’s manufacturers are seeing a continued rebound in activity in the second quarter of the year, easing fears of a significant recession for the sector according to a survey published today by Make UK and accountancy and business advisory firm BDO.

The needs for a long-term industrial strategy that works for everyone

15 June, 2023

By Stephen Phipson CBE, Make UK CEO: Successive British Governments seem unable to stick to a long-term plan for economic growth. Instead, Businesses see a never-ending cycle of new initiatives and short-term fixes that fail to deliver sustained results.

Engineers Without Borders UK launches tool to address sustainability skills gap in engineering

13 June, 2023

Engineers Without Borders UK has launched the Global Responsibility Competency Compass, with support from the Royal Academy of Engineering. The tool was launched at Manufacturing & Engineering Week, which took place at Birmingham’s NEC.

£2 million programme to tackle sustainability challenges in the UK manufacturing industry

08 June, 2023

Digital Catapult and the High Value Manufacturing (HVM) Catapult have been awarded £2m from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) to accelerate the adoption of digital solutions specifically designed to tackle major sustainability challenges in the UK manufacturing sector.

Paul Bailey appointed new CEO of Engineering Council

07 June, 2023

Paul Bailey has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Engineering Council. He took up the role in May following the retirement of Alasdair Coates.

‘Under the Surface of Health and Safety’ report released

05 June, 2023

RS, an omni-channel provider of product and service solutions including maintenance solutions and safety solutions, has released the ‘Under the Surface of Health and Safety’ report, based on findings from a survey that aimed to explore challenges and priorities for health and safety professionals in the current climate.