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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Half of manufacturers have no clear net zero plans
A new survey shows there is a still an alarming lack of readiness among UK manufacturers in the national push to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Most exporters ‘unaware and unprepared’ for new EU regulations
A new set of rules will soon come into play for many exporters to the EU, but research suggests the vast majority of manufacturers are completely unaware of the forthcoming changes.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
North West continues to lead UK manufacturing
New annual figures show the UK’s manufacturing sector has risen one place in the world rankings despite difficult economic conditions, with the North West leading the way.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
What’s happening on National Manufacturing Day
Thursday 28 September marks the UK’s second annual National Manufacturing Day, with manufacturers across the country opening their doors to the public.
Thursday, September 21, 2023
‘Small crumbs of comfort’ for UK manufacturing as downturn deepens
The manufacturing sector sunk to its lowest performance since May 2020 in August, but optimism for the 12 months ahead is higher than average for manufacturers in Greater Manchester.
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Innovation boost as UK rejoins Horizon Europe
UK manufacturers are once again able to participate in the world’s largest R&D collaboration programme, offering opportunities to take part in cutting-edge innovation projects.
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Gov launches ‘one-stop-shop’ to help firms cut emissions
Businesses can access free advice and support to reduce their energy bills and cut their carbon emissions via the new government-backed UK Business Climate Hub.
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Made Smarter joins forces with university to create digital manufacturing leaders
Delegates from 15 manufacturers across the North West have graduated from Made Smarter’s trailblazing Leading Digital Transformation programme with Manchester Met.
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
1 in 5 importers have altered supply chains due to geopolitical pressures
According to the Institute of Directors, over a third of UK importers feel impacted by geopolitcal pressures, particularly in relation to China, and are subsequently examining their supply chains.
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Manufacturing workers among thousands with new skills through Skills for Growth
Greater Manchester’s Skills for Growth, which was launched to address skills gaps identified by employers in the city region, has now supported 20,000 individuals to gain new skills.