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Vidrala completes its entry into Chile
Encirc’s parent company Vidrala, a leading multinational group in the manufacture of glass containers, has completed the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of Cristalerías Toro. Read more via The Manufacturer
To EV or not to EV…is this industry’s ‘Hamlet’ moment
Stephen Morley, President of the Confederation of British Metalforming, addresses the white elephant in the ‘electrification’ room and explains why changing the direction of transition is imperative for protecting the UK’s automotive industry. Read more via The Manufacturer
Manufacturers face £1 Billion business rates rise – Make UK
Britain’s manufacturers are facing an increase in their annual business rates of up to £1 Billion in April when they are already set to be hammered by increased costs in their energy and employment bills according to a report and survey published today. Read more via The Manufacturer
Brookvale Manufacturing invests in toolmaking skills with first toolroom apprentice
Metal pressings manufacturer, Brookvale Manufacturing has today marked a major milestone in its continued growth with the first day of employment for its new Toolmaking Apprentice, the company’s first apprentice appointment in recent history and a significant investment in its long-term manufacturing capability. Read more via The Manufacturer
WMG academic awarded prestigious Beilby Medal and Prize
An academic from Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), part of the University of Warwick, has been awarded the 2026 Beilby Medal and Prize, one of the most distinguished honours in applied science and engineering. Read more via The Manufacturer
