Missile maker MBDA, with a £3bn turnover, is unique in Europe in serving global armed forces in the air, at sea and on the ground. Its UK production facility in Bolton, North West England is a model for advanced manufacturing. Mark Young explores the firm’s holistic approach to world class manufacturing through its product development, employee engagement and lean focus.
MBDA at a glance History The company’s roots go back to the early 1900s. Missile manufacturing roots back to 1950. Sector Missiles for armed forces across land, sea and air Employees c10,000 globally Turnover c£3bn pa Based Sites across Europe including three major sites in Britain. Main UK production site in Lostock, Bolton. In the…
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