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Government launches new Industrial Strategy
Punishing energy costs – some of the highest in the developed world – that are impacting the UK’s ability to be competitive on the world stage, are one of the main targets of the government’s new Industrial Strategy due to be launched today (23 June). Read more via The Manufacturer
The Manufacturer announces SugarCRM as headline sponsor of The Manufacturer MX Awards 2025
The Manufacturer has announced SugarCRM, provider of the CRM platform that helps organisations engage with clarity, sell with consistency, and close with confidence, has signed on as the headline sponsor of The Manufacturer MX Awards (TMMX). Read more via The Manufacturer
Op-ed: why do we still need International Women in Engineering Day?
In this exclusive op-ed for The Manufacturer, Jennifer Frith, factory development director at critical power solutions provider Davenham Switchgear, explores why, despite ongoing efforts, women remain significantly underrepresented in engineering and technology, and addressing this gap is crucial not only for fairness but also for tackling talent shortages, driving innovation, and ensuring long-term resilience in the sector. Read more via The Manufacturer
Women in Engineering uniting to support each other and inspire next generation
To celebrate today’s International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), EngineeringUK and Women’s Engineering Society (WES) are releasing new survey findings highlighting the fantastic support networks being used by female engineers, plus their determination to inspire the next generation. Read more via The Manufacturer
Jobs for the girls: FANUC’s female engineers lead from the front
This year marks the 12th annual International Women in Engineering Day (23 June). An event designed to celebrate the contributions of women in science and engineering, as well as inspire future female engineers, the theme for 2025 is ‘Together We Engineer’. Read more via The Manufacturer
Triple honour: Two IMechE past Presidents and a former Trustee awarded MBEs in King’s birthday honours
In a remarkable distinction, two Past Presidents of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers — Peter Flinn and Giles Hartill — and former Trustee Bridget Eickhoff have been awarded MBEs in the King’s Birthday Honours List for their exceptional contributions to engineering. Read more via The Manufacturer