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JLR appoints P.B. Balaji as Chief Executive Officer
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced the appointment of Mr P.B. Balaji as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 2025. Mr Balaji will succeed Adrian Mardell, who is set to retire after three years at the helm and a distinguished 35-year career with the company. Read more via The Manufacturer
New car registrations stall in July but recovery expected
The new car market stalled in July with registrations falling -5.0% to 140,154 units, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Read more via The Manufacturer
Skyrora secures first UK launch licence, marking milestone for British space access
Skyrora has become the first UK-based manufacturer to receive a launch licence for a commercial vehicle, marking a major milestone for sovereign British space access. Read more via The Manufacturer
British kitchen manufacturer Magnet awarded prestigious Manufacturing Guild Mark
Magnet – one of the UK’s most recognised kitchen brands – has been awarded the coveted Manufacturing Guild Mark by The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and furnishing industry charity. Read more via The Manufacturer
The Great Cable Challenge returns for International E-Waste Day 2025
In celebration of this year’s International E-Waste Day on 14 October, Material Focus is bringing back ‘The Great Cable Challenge’ – a nationwide campaign aimed at tackling the millions of cables and other old, unwanted electricals sitting idle across UK households. Read more via The Manufacturer
