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UK’s next-generation military communications satellite reaches major milestone
The UK’s next-generation military communications satellite – Skynet 6A – has successfully completed the coupling of its communications and service modules. More via The Manufacturer
Demands of curriculum key blocker to delivering practical science lessons to children – report
A new report has revealed a number of blockers preventing practical science lessons being delivered to school children – but the number one issue, say teachers – is the demands of the national curriculum itself. More via The Manufacturer
Nissan reveals Easter egg from Down Under
For a long time, many Nissan vehicles worldwide, including in the UK, have featured a hidden surprise – a distinctive and fun Kangaroo motif stamped on the components produced at Nissan Casting Australia Plant (NCAP), paying homage to their Australian-made roots. More via The Manufacturer
New academy launched to champion ceramics skills for the future
A new educational hub has been launched to give scientists and engineers the future skills needed to grasp opportunities in the global, multi-billion-pound ceramics sector. More via The Manufacturer
REHAU CEO elected as new BPF President
At its Annual General Meeting on 14 May 2025, members of the British Plastic Federation’s (BFP council unanimously elected the Chief Executive of REHAU UK, Ireland, and Scandinavia, Martin Hitchin, as the new president of the trade association. More via The Manufacturer
North East valve manufacturer sets it sights on hydrogen and carbon capture markets
A North East manufacturer of high integrity valves and actuation has launched a new Hydrogen and Carbon capture department. More via The Manufacturer
Improving life for the workforce with automation
Steve Nollett, operations manager at heavy vehicle steering parts specialist Pailton Engineering, looks at how automation enables better use of human potential. More via The Manufacturer