LEEA working with industry in South East Asia

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) held a Southeast Asia Regional Event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 27th Feb 2025, which attracted 70 attendees from around 35 companies, comprising members and non-members. LEEA’s Southeast Asia Regional Manager William Ng opened with an update on current and future activities within the region and welcomed guests of honour […]

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£9 million funding boost to bring key semiconductor manufacturing capability to Scotland

A new R&D development designed to support the growth of semiconductor packaging has received a £9 million funding injection, helping to reshore a critical part of the UK’s £500 million electrification supply chain and create new opportunities for manufacturers to access new markets and cut costs. Hosted by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), the […]

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Blackline Safety Named One of the World’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company

Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, today announced it has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. The annual Fast Company ranking recognizes companies making meaningful strides across industries through bold thinking and impactful innovation. This year’s honorees include Waymo, Nvidia, […]

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Enabling modern manufacturing

Resistors are indispensable in the transition to smarter, safer and more sustainable factories, but their contribution is often overlooked. Here, Mike Torbitt, managing director of resistor manufacturer Cressall, explains how resistors ensure the reliability and efficiency of factory operations, from motor control to safely stopping equipment in the case of emergencies. In manufacturing’s modernisation shift, […]

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iconsys appoints Director of Services to drive sustainable growth

One of the UK’s fastest-growing control and automation specialists has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of a new Director of Services. Leandro Gasparini will be responsible for delivering a world class customer experience and scaling-up the firm’s lifecycle services business, building upon its well-established service portfolio and capabilities. From humble beginnings as […]

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Made in Britain mark “carries an awful lot of gravitas” in global export market, says legacy UK artisan

A British tool manufacturer that has been crafting high-quality soft-faced hammers for over a century is proving that legacy craftsmanship remains a vital force in global industry. West Midlands-based Made in Britain member, Thor Hammer, which exports 44% of its products to 80 countries, supplies sectors including automotive, aerospace, and industrial engineering – with clients […]

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