Daily Manufacturing News Digest – the industry stories you should be aware of today

Posted on 7 Jul 2025 by The Manufacturer

Each day The Manufacturer compiles the top manufacturing news stories from around the web and compiles them into this daily digest to make your life a little easier. Don't forget to bookmark this page and check back daily for all the latest manufacturing news.

HMG Paints celebrates Three Peaks success and fundraising triumph

Following an incredible display of resilience and determination, staff from Manchester-based independent paint manufacturer HMG Paints have successfully completed the demanding British Three Peaks Challenge. Read more via The Manufacturer

National Composites Centre rebrands as NCC to reflect broader innovation mission

The National Composites Centre has rebranded as NCC, marking a significant evolution in its mission from a specialist composites hub to a national innovation partner. Read more via The Manufacturer

Babcock’s LGE business secures contract to deliver innovative marine ammonia fuel system

Babcock’s LGE business has secured a contract to deliver its innovative ammonia fuel supply system, ecoFGSS-FLEX®, which enables the safe, efficient and sustainable use of ammonia as a propulsion fuel in the marine sector. Read more via The Manufacturer

BAE Systems to develop AI-powered software to improve battlefield medical care for warfighters

BAE Systems has been selected by the Air Force Research Laboratory to advance the BATDOK® medical care system under the new FORGE-IT programme, enhancing battlefield treatment and patient data integration through AI-powered remote monitoring and support. Read more via The Manufacturer

Raeon opens new custom battery test and validation centre in Nuneaton

Raeon has announced the opening of its new Test and Validation Centre at MIRA Technology Park in Nuneaton. Read more via The Manufacturer