Indeed data reveals the British counties where manufacturing workers earn the most

New research from Rencol Components has revealed the British counties offering the highest average manufacturing salaries, highlighting where skilled workers may want to consider calling home when planning their next career move. The findings come as Britain’s manufacturing sector continues to face pressure from labour shortages. Research from Barclays has shown that the shortage of […]

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West Midlands manufacturing SMEs positioned for global growth after ‘Breaking into Defence’ event

More than 60 ambitious manufacturers from the West Midlands gathered recently for a special event designed to accelerate SME participation in international defence markets and to strengthen the UK’s sovereign defence capability. “Breaking into Defence: Enter Overseas Markets with the Ministry of Defence”, which was delivered by Oxford Innovation Advice, directly addressed key priorities championed […]

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Supply chains under pressure: a new operating reality for manufacturers

Global supply chains have been reshaped at pace in recent years. For manufacturers, a combination of pandemic disruption, geopolitical tension and ongoing economic pressure has exposed just how vulnerable highly optimised supply models can be. Where supply chains were once designed primarily for efficiency and cost control, the focus is now shifting towards resilience, flexibility […]

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Budget falls short on manufacturing growth, industry leaders warn

Leading figures from Britain’s manufacturing sector have delivered a damning verdict on the Chancellor’s Budget, warning it fails to address the fundamental challenges facing the industry. Despite limited measures on energy costs and skills development, manufacturing bosses say increased taxation, continued bureaucracy and insufficient support for innovation are all major concerns which will undermine business […]

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Aurrigo International signs landmark £6.28m contract with Ultra Global to build 25 autonomous vehicles

Aurrigo International plc has signed the largest vehicle manufacturing order in its history to manufacture an initial 25-strong fleet of autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) for a leading rapid transit system specialist. The £6.28m deal with Ultra Global Limited will see the provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotic platforms modernise existing vehicle […]

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LTi Metaltech Secures Multi-Million-Pound Long-Term Supply Agreement with Siemens Healthineers MR Magnet Technology

LTi Metaltech Ltd has secured a new multi-million-pound long-term supply agreement with Siemens Healthineers MR Magnet Technology, strengthening a relationship that spans more than 20 years and reinforcing LTi’s position as a trusted UK manufacturer of high-integrity, safety-critical components. The agreement builds on LTi Metaltech’s established track record of delivering precision-engineered components where quality, repeatability and […]

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Aurrigo granted licence to provide ground handling services at East Midlands Airport

Aurrigo International plc, a leading international provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotics platforms, has been awarded a licence for the provision of Ground Handling Services at East Midlands Airport (EMA). The Coventry headquartered company has obtained this licence specifically to support its partners in the roll-out and implementation of its autonomous aviation […]

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