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Exotec bolsters its leadership team with the appointments of a Chief People Officer and Executive Vice President of Finance

Exotec redefines global leadership with two strategic appointments, accelerating its mission to build a performance-driven and inclusive culture across international markets. Exotec, the global specialist in warehouse robotics, has announced two key executive appointments to support its international expansion and reinforce its commitment to innovation, inclusion, and performance. Renata Spada joins as Chief People Officer, […]

Mitutoyo’s Measuring Machines and Equipment Ensuring Quality at Purso-Tools

In the manufacturing of demanding machined components, precision is of the utmost importance. Maintaining this precision requires advanced quality control, appropriate equipment, and smooth collaboration with the equipment supplier. For Purso-Tools, a long-standing partner in measurement devices and services has been Mitutoyo. Purso-Tools Oy, located in Pori on the west coast of Finland, is globally […]

Best of British manufacturers celebrated at 2025 Made in Britain Impact Awards

The ceremony highlighted the “extraordinary breadth of talent within British manufacturing” The UK’s most inspiring manufacturers have been recognised for their innovation, leadership and sustainability at the 2025 Made in Britain Impact Awards, held this week in Worcester. The awards celebrated businesses that are driving excellence across the country’s diverse manufacturing landscape, from clean technology […]

Completion of UK first specialist centre for Motor Neurone Disease

The new Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease at Seacroft Hospital in Leeds will become the first of its kind to offer specialist services for MND patients under one roof when it opens later this month. Constructed by Yorkshire-based firm, I&G, part of the wider Sewell Group, the centre which is run by Leeds […]

The hidden ERP feature that could save your team hours every day

Attributed to Phil Abbott, Director at ABS Limited. Too often customer service teams are drowning in routine requests for copy invoices, order statuses and shipping confirmations. The frustrating reality? This administrative burden isn’t an inevitable cost of doing business, it’s a symptom of under-utilising one of your ERP system’s most powerful features that can eliminate […]

Engineering construction industry backs ECITB levy proposals and strategy

Results from the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board’s (ECITB) levy consultation show that engineering construction companies are resoundingly in favour of the proposed levy rates for the next three years. The employer-led skills body received the backing of industry, with 85% of levy-paying employers, representing 98% of the industrial training levy paid, voting in favour. […]

Bob retires after three decades at Alloy Wire International

A long-serving wire specialist has retired after giving 30 years of service to one of the Black Country’s leading manufacturers. Robert Bucknall-Jones first started working for Alloy Wire International (AWI) in 1995 after his now wife, Alison, made an introduction for him to work there. Since starting off as a wire drawer, he has gone […]

Improving layer by layer: Materials optimisation at Walter

Metalworking appears to make daily advances in innovation, focusing on continuous optimisation. Insights into the development process of the new Walter cutting material grade, Tiger-tec® Gold WPP35G, demonstrate the strategic and practical challenges of refining established solutions to meet specific application needs. Continuous improvement instead of revolutions When companies launch a new product, there is […]

ERP Foundation for Future Success in a Changing Automotive Market

The automotive industry across Europe is in transition. New market entrants, US tariffs and a changing technology base are adding competition, cost and uncertainty. The impact is clear, with the number of vehicles manufactured in the UK falling to the lowest level since 1953 this summer. Legislative confusion, such as the relaxation of electric car […]

Made in Chesterfield Festival showcases local careers in manufacturing, property and construction

Secondary school students across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire have been given a hands-on introduction to careers in manufacturing, property and construction during this year’s Made in Chesterfield festival. Throughout the festival, 220 young people participated in workplace visits and the innovation challenge, gaining real-world insights into opportunities available locally. Organised by Destination Chesterfield and Direct […]