The closure of the Ford engine plant at Bridgend in Wales is the latest blow to the UK automotive sector, after recent announcements of job losses at JLR, the closure of Honda Swindon and slowing investment in the North East. Edward Pearcey examines the wider implications for the UK automotive supply chain.
According to media reports, Ford has cited “under utilisation” of the plant when compared with other sites – image courtesy of Ford. The closure of the Ford engine plant in Bridgend is certain to have a knock-on effect in the supply chain, said the UK’s Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) on Thursday,…
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