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Forterra and NHBC partnership helps apprentices build skills for a changing industry
Building-products manufacturer Forterra is partnering with NHBC to help the next generation of housebuilders meet modern construction and energy-efficiency standards. Read more via The Manufacturer
Lawton Tubes to invest £25m futureproof 107-year-old manufacturing business
Leading copper manufacturer and supplier, Lawton Tubes, is investing £25m in improvements across the business now and deep into 2026 to help futureproof the firm in the face of an ever-changing industry. Read more via The Manufacturer
Made Smarter architect awarded MBE in King’s New Year Honours
Alain Dilworth, one of the original architects of the Made Smarter Adoption programme, has been awarded an MBE for services to business growth and digitalisation in the King’s New Year Honours List. Read more via The Manufacturer
Export growth set to drive a return to 24/7 operations at Bridgnorth Aluminium
Bridgnorth Aluminium is set to buck difficult economic conditions by returning to 24/7 operations in key process areas, marking the first time in three years that the company has reached these production levels, a reality that should create new employment opportunities in the local area. Read more via The Manufacturer
Omega Control Solutions joins Siemens Solution Partner programme to boost automation expertise
Fast-growing automation specialist Omega Control Solutions has joined the Siemens Solution Partner programme, marking a major step in its growth and reinforcing its role as both a system designer and manufacturer. Read more via The Manufacturer
