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JCB wins $45m US military machine contract
JCB has won a $45m (£33.3m) contract to supply 4CX Backhoe Loaders to the United States armed forces after an extensive evaluation period. Read more via The Manufacturer
Renewable energy strategy at JLR boosted by new solar farm
JLR has reached a significant milestone in the roll-out of its global renewable energy strategy with the opening of a new solar farm the size of up to 36 football pitches at its Gaydon headquarters this summer. Read more via The Manufacturer
Young people graduate from Siemens Mobility programme at major manufacturing site
Train maker Siemens Mobility and partners have celebrated the success of the first year of a pioneering programme at a major manufacturing site, supporting young people with special educational needs and disabilities to enter the world of work. Read more via The Manufacturer
Bakery products manufacturer Baker & Baker receives approval from the Science Based Targets initiative
European bakery products manufacturer Baker & Baker has received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets. Read more via The Manufacturer
Four automotive apprentices win rare chance to drive 121-year-old motor car
Four talented automotive apprentices have won a once-in-a-lifetime chance to drive a 121-year-old car in the Veteran Car Run, the world’s longest-running motoring event, later this year. Read more via The Manufacturer