Author: Megan Carley

One of the UK’s leading suppliers of advanced materials and metals has completed two landmark acquisitions in a matter of weeks – both helping it deliver a more ‘comprehensive material offer’ for its growing customer base. Goodfellow has purchased UK-based Bureau of Analysed Samples (BAS) and Suisse Technology Partners (STP) in Switzerland in two deals […]

A groundbreaking human-centered approach to change management has played a pivotal role in accelerating digital transformation within Rolls-Royce’s manufacturing supply chain. The method, developed by Aston University academics, was part of an innovative study funded by InterAct, the Made Smarter Innovation programme. It applied the Process-Oriented Holonic (PrOH) Modelling Methodology to 100 companies in Rolls-Royce’s […]

The leading stars of the metal industry were recognised last night, with a Gloucestershire-based manufacturer of vehicle structures for the automotive sector securing the main award. G-TEM, which works with many of the major car makers, was named as the Confederation of British Metalforming’s ‘Company of the Year’ at its high-profile gala dinner held at […]

Recent UK renewables statistics showcase significant progress but also highlight the crucial role that commercial rooftop solar installations must play in the country’s renewable energy transition, states solar expert Solivus. According to the latest Energy Trends report1 from the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), renewable energy accounted for more than half (50.8%) […]

Freedom to integrate best-of-breed technology delivers the flexibility, scalability and fast ROI businesses crave. So, where do some businesses go wrong? Chris More, head of Sales for Ferag’s UK and Nordic regions, explains  Competitive pressures on margins combined with ever greater expectations from customers on service, product choice and speed of delivery, place a heavy […]

BITO Storage Systems, the UK subsidiary of the international BITO Lagertechnik GmbH group and leading provider of storage and picking solutions, will be exhibiting at Tomorrow’s Warehouse. Taking place on 15th May 2025 at the CBS Arena, Coventry, Tomorrow’s Warehouse is a one-day, free-to-attend conference and exhibition, presenting a range of solutions to boost warehouse […]

Fast-growth technology company moves to Sheffield City Centre innovation hub FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics has embarked on the next phase of its growth journey by moving to a new headquarters at Pennine Five in Sheffield City Centre. The technology company, which has grown rapidly since it was formed in 2020 as a spinout from the University […]

The boss of a leading metal pressings and tooling specialist has hailed the power of apprenticeships after reducing the average age of his workforce to just 44. Rowan Crozier, CEO of Brandauer, has steered the company to invest more than £400,000 into vocational learning since 2016 and this has seen the firm create toolmakers, engineers, […]

An expert from leading sustainable waste management company Biffa is advising manufacturers to review their hazardous waste disposal processes to avoid costly fines and legal repercussions from the Environment Agency. Mishandling hazardous waste—even unintentionally—can result in significant penalties, with some businesses facing fines exceeding £1 million. The risk of non-compliance Under the Environmental Protection Act […]

ABB has turned to its own technology to understand and optimize energy consumption at its Stonehouse manufacturing and calibration centre in the UK. The result has been a 20% reduction in electricity usage plus wider sustainability benefits. The drive towards greater operational efficiency and sustainability is a boardroom conversation in every industrial organization. Reducing energy […]