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Made Smarter unveils £1m fund to accelerate digital transformation in North West manufacturing
Made Smarter, the Government-backed digital adoption programme, has launched a new £1m funding round to support technology projects among SME manufacturers in the North West. More via The Manufacturer
New council launches to tackle manufacturing and engineering skills gaps across Kent and Medway
A wide range of local organisations came together recently to explore practical ways to collaborate in addressing current and future job vacancies, while also tackling local skills shortages. More via The Manufacturer
Students to get behind-the-scenes look at Transicon this National Manufacturing Day
A pioneering Shropshire firm that specialises in cutting-edge automated control systems for multiple industry sectors will give school children a behind-the-scenes look at its work later this year. More via The Manufacturer
REHAU achieves UK’s Top 100 Large Best Workplaces™ recognition
Polymer pipework manufacturer REHAU has officially been named as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ 2025 by Great Place To Work®, placing it in the top 100 large employers in the country. More via The Manufacturer
Report shines spotlight on key issues affecting the health and safety landscape
RS has produced its third annual H&S report, which reveals that legislative changes, new innovations and solutions, and growing importance on factors like sustainability present challenges for professionals working in health and safety across a variety of manufacturing sectors. More via The Manufacturer