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Gender diversity is ‘a critical factor in fueling growth for British manufacturing’, say female STEM leaders
Leading women in the UK’s STEM sector are calling on manufacturing and engineering firms to recognise and amplify the vital contributions of women driving innovation in the nation’s evolving production industry. More via The Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Electric launches new robot range to support digital transformation in manufacturing
Mitsubishi Electric has launched its MELFA RH-10CRH and RH-20CRH SCARA robots, providing manufacturers with greater flexibility in adopting digital manufacturing while addressing skilled workforce shortages. More via The Manufacturer
Coventry manufacturer Lawton Tubes announces £20m expansion to state-of-the-art facility
Lawton Tubes, a leading manufacturer and supplier of copper tubing products, has unveiled ambitious plans for a £20m cutting-edge new facility, just a few metres from its current headquarters. More via The Manufacturer
IONETIC appoints CTO to drive growth
IONETIC is strengthening its leadership team with the appointment of Steve Boulter as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective immediately. More via The Manufacturer
Apprenticeships at Mars Wrigley UK: two apprentices share their journeys
For last month’s National Apprenticeship Week (10-16 February), James Devonshire found out what apprenticeships at Mars Wrigley UK are like by talking to two individuals who are apprentices at one of the world’s largest food and beverage manufacturers. More via The Manufacturer
Skarper stocked at retailers across UK
Skarper, the British start-up backed by six-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy, is rolling out its innovative click-on e-bike system through a growing network of premium bike shops across the UK. More via The Manufacturer
