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Q4 2026 issue of The Manufacturer magazine out now
The Q4 issue of The Manufacturer magazine is available to read now, bringing together exclusive interviews, factory visits and in-depth features exploring the people, technologies and strategies shaping the future of UK manufacturing. Read more via The Manufacturer
UK Manufacturing PMI: Industry growth accelerates in October, but cost pressures mount
UK manufacturing output and new orders accelerated in October, with business confidence also strengthening, although rising input costs and supply chain disruption continued to weigh on the sector, according to new figures released yesterday. Read more via The Manufacturer
Vauxhall’s electric vans to display ‘Made in Britain’ badge
British automotive manufacturing is powering into the “next chapter” as Vauxhall and Made in Britain renew their partnership to champion UK production. Read more via The Manufacturer
Make UK appoints new Director of Governance and People Engagement
Make UK has appointed Susan Kohler as its new Director of Governance and People Engagement, joining the organisation’s Executive Board today, 2 November 2026. Read more via The Manufacturer
South Tyneside engineers celebrate four major contract wins
South Shields-based METEC UK is celebrating after securing four major contracts worth a combined value of over £3.6m. Read more via The Manufacturer
