Putting theory into practice: New Academic Excellence Hub at CWIEME Berlin 2025

CWIEME Berlin, the world’s leading exhibition for the coil winding, electric motor, transformer, generator and e-mobility sectors, is introducing the Academic Excellence Hub for its 2025 event. This initiative will connect leading researchers with industry experts, to support talent development and create new opportunities for innovation within the sector. A dedicated exhibition area will be […]

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Manufacturing leaders in Southern England invited to accelerate digital transformation through Made Smarter 

Government-backed programme offers expert advice, leadership training, digital interns and up to £20,000 technology grants. Registration for SMEs in London, the East of England, South East and South West now open – ahead of the launch on April 1. Manufacturing leaders across Southern England are being urged to sign up to Made Smarter, the UK […]

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Manufacturers hit out at NIC and minimum wage increases as report reveals nearly half fear going out of business

Nearly half of manufacturers (49%) have concerns about their business surviving in the next five years thanks to the impact of increases in the minimum wage and employers’ National Insurance Contributions. A new report of 114 business leaders by personalised workwear specialist MyWorkwear reveals the bleak outlook facing companies across the UK in the wake […]

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Keeping the White Isle pristine

Sulzer’s expertise delivers high-head pumping station in Ibiza Managing wastewater is best kept out of sight and away from local populations, but this is not always possible. In Ibiza, where huge numbers of visitors arrive in the summer, handling all extra wastewater poses a significant challenge. Sulzer was contracted to support the recent construction of […]

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Universities fear government reforms will stifle manufacturing sector demand for higher and degree apprenticeships

The government’s forthcoming apprenticeship reforms will deter many manufacturing employers from upskilling their workforce via higher and degree apprenticeships, according to 69% of the nation’s universities. Research by the University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) of its university members across the UK, examines what impact future changes, such as the government’s new Growth and Skills Levy, […]

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Landmark moment as Etex opens £170 million plasterboard manufacturing facility

Etex has officially opened its £170-million-pound (€200m) expansion of its plasterboard production facility in Bristol. It is Etex’ largest production investment ever and a commitment to UK manufacturing as the industry grows. The expansion, which produces plasterboard for the Siniat brand, is Etex’ most efficient plasterboard production line in Europe when considering its line size, […]

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