The ripple effects of global events have amplified economic volatility, heightening the risk of non-payment for businesses. Nearly 50% of all B2B transactions in the UK are offered on credit, and recent statistics show 51% of B2B invoices are overdue, with 7% being a bad debt1. This can place a growing concern on the financial […]
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Steve Fletcher, Joint Head of Corporate at Gallagher’s UK Retail Birmingham Office, shares how the manufacturing industry is adapting to a more complex risk environment—and why insurance has a bigger role to play than ever before. Q: How would you describe the current state of the manufacturing sector? It’s a sector that’s shown incredible resilience, […]
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A mentor with more than two decades of engineering experience has been recognised for his dedication to helping others. Paul Pankhurst of civil engineering firm Tony Gee and Partners was presented with the Phil Tindall Memorial Medal for mentoring by the Rochester Bridge Trust, at an awards evening hosted by the Worshipful Company of Engineers. […]
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Legislation has been recently introduced which significantly impacts manufacturers of medical devices. Effective June 16, 2025, the post-market surveillance (PMS) requirements means that UK manufacturers must now have a robust process in place to monitor the safety and performance of medical devices after they are placed on the market. The process introduced will vary by […]
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Altus Group, a leading distributor of electronics manufacturing equipment in the UK and Ireland, has supplied Alan Anderson Manufacturing, a growing electronic manufacturing services provider, with a state-of-the-art 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) system. This advanced solution is designed to align with their increasing production needs, enhancing inspection precision, streamlining efficiency, and further strengthening their […]
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Yarden Gross, CEO and Co-founder of maritime technology company Orca AI, reflects on the recent tanker collision in the Strait of Hormuz, arguing that as GPS interference becomes more common, ships urgently need AI-based situational awareness to support crews and maintain safe navigation when traditional tools are compromised. The recent collision between the tankers Front […]
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Micronic is proud to introduce the second-generation of the Tube Handler HT500, featuring an enhanced design for even more efficient and reliable sample handling in the laboratory. The renewed Micronic Tube Handler HT500 offers a total capacity of 20 racks and operates at an impressive rate of approximately 400 tubes per hour. Using the supplied handheld […]
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Emitech Group announces the acquisition of Guide-GNSS, an independent COFRAC-accredited testing laboratory specializing in the validation of satellite-based geolocation system (GNSS) performance. This strategic move marks Emitech’s entry into a rapidly growing field and complements its expertise in functional, regulatory, and environmental testing. A unique expertise in GNSS metrology Founded in 2010, Guide-GNSS is now […]
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As part of our commitment to community involvement, NECIT Services Ltd. has announced the installation of defibrillators in every NECIT van in our service fleet, providing a lifesaving service in emergency situations across the North East. In the event of a cardiac arrest which takes place in an out-of-hospital setting, only one in ten people […]
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UK Space Conference returns on 16–17 July 2025 at Manchester Central, bringing together global space leaders, policymakers, researchers, and innovators to explore the theme Space for Growth. As the UK’s official biennial space sector forum, delivered in partnership with UK Space Agency, 2025’s event will focus on practical solutions, national capability, and unlocking economic value […]
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