Daily Manufacturing News Digest – the industry stories you should be aware of today

Posted on 4 Feb 2026 by James Devonshire

Each day The Manufacturer compiles the top manufacturing news stories from around the web and compiles them into this daily digest to make your life a little easier. Don’t forget to bookmark this page and check back daily for all the latest manufacturing news.

UK manufacturers recalibrate trade strategies as tariffs bite

Changes in global trade policies and the introduction of sweeping tariffs are forcing UK manufacturers to reassess their approach to international trade, as higher costs, uncertainty and increased border complexity reshape global markets, according to new research from Make UK and DHL Express. Read more via The Manufacturer

Airbus Launchpad opens to boost UK space start-ups

Airbus Launchpad, a new facility aimed at helping small businesses break into the UK space sector, has opened at Airbus Defence and Space’s site in Stevenage, supported by £3.9m from the UK Space Agency. Read more via The Manufacturer

Fired-up performance from The AMRICC Centre in milestone year

A strong set of performance figures from its first year of operations reveal The AMRICC Centre is already playing a pivotal role to support the UK’s standing within the multi-billion-pound global advanced ceramics sector. Read more via The Manufacturer

Schneider Electric appoints new Zone President for UK & Ireland

Schneider Electric has announced the appointment of David Hall as Zone President of the UK and Ireland (UK&I). Read more via The Manufacturer

CMP Products raises £20,000 for Anxious Minds charity

Leading cable management solutions provider, CMP Products, has raised more than £20,000 for a North East mental health charity dedicated to providing both lifesaving and life changing support. Read more via The Manufacturer