AI and Machine learning set to boost Industry’s automation push

17 January, 2024

Manufacturers are set to see a surge in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning as they push for greater automation and improvements in productivity, efficiency and quality according to a new survey publishedat the end of last year by Make UK and Infor

BCAS appoints Steven Rohan as new President

15 January, 2024

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has appointed Steven Rohan as its new president.

Manufacturers enter 2024 with increased optimism

11 January, 2024

Britain’s manufacturers are viewing the UK as a more competitive place to locate their activities compared to twelve months ago, with an increasing number believing they are moving ahead of their European rivals. However, they remain wary of the huge threat to their competitiveness posed by the economic behemoths of the US, India and China.

Manufacturing & Engineering Week gets ‘Smart’ for a bigger, better 2024

04 January, 2024

Following a successful event in 2023 Manufacturing & Engineering Week continues to evolve, becoming Smart Manufacturing & Engineering Week in 2024. The small adjustment reflects the forward-looking nature of the event and focus on the new technologies, tools and solutions driving the sector forward.

Ceremony recognises pupils’ innovation

02 January, 2024

School pupils, university students and engineers travelled to London recently for the highly prestigious Primary Engineer MacRobert Medal Award Ceremony to receive recognition for their work in creating a Prototype based on a school pupils engineering idea.

AI and Machine learning set to boost Industry’s automation push

18 December, 2023

Manufacturers are set to see a surge in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning as they push for greater automation and improvements in productivity, efficiency and quality according to a new survey published today by Make UK and Infor

2023 AEMT Awards winners announced

14 December, 2023

The 6th Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) Awards ceremony took place on the 23rd November 2023 where the winners were announced.

Hydroscand UK celebrates 'Great Place to Work Certification' for second consecutive year

13 December, 2023

Hydroscand UK, a leading supplier of hose and fittings, has been certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’. The company says that this recognition is a testament to its ongoing commitment to providing a positive work environment that values its employees.

Manufacturing output surges as companies plan for 2024

11 December, 2023

Britain’s manufacturers have seen output surge three times faster than orders in the last quarter. Business confidence indicators are also starting to show the first signs of a more stable economic backdrop after years of global and domestic uncertainty.

TCA still presenting challenges to manufacturers three years on

06 December, 2023

According to Make UK research Britain’s manufacturers are calling on the Government to continue working closely with the EU to make exporting easier and improve Britain’s Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) with the EU so companies both sides of the Channel can prosper and grow their businesses through the delivery of more frictionless trade.

ABB and Imperial College extend carbon capture collaboration

04 December, 2023

A dedicated carbon capture pilot plant will continue to train the net-zero workforce, and engineers and scientists of the future, after ABB and Imperial College London signed a 10-year contract to extend their successful partnership. The plant is the only one of its kind in an academic institution in the world.

National broadcaster highlights MTA’s pioneering commitment to sustainability

30 November, 2023

The pioneering work conducted by the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) in its quest to encourage manufacturers to decarbonise their production processes has attracted the interest of national broadcaster, ITN.

Manufacturing & Engineering Week gets ‘Smart’ for a bigger, better 2024

28 November, 2023

Following a successful event in 2023 Manufacturing & Engineering Week continues to evolve, becoming Smart Manufacturing & Engineering Week in 2024. The small adjustment reflects the forward-looking nature of the event and focus on the new technologies, tools and solutions driving the sector forward.

Made Smarter national roll-out to turbo charge digital transformation for SME manufacturers

22 November, 2023

Donna Edwards and Paul McClaren

Made Smarter, a programme helping SME manufacturers access technology and digital skills, is to be rolled out nationally.

Industry calls for permanent full expensing

20 November, 2023

Britain’s manufacturers are urging the Chancellor to make full expensing permanent as the centrepiece of his Autumn Statement this week in order to provide a major boost to business investment.