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UK aerospace, defence and space sectors contribute £46.8bn to economy amid decade of growth
The UK’s aerospace, defence, security and space industries contributed £46.8bn to the economy in 2025, marking a 65% increase over the past decade, according to new figures published by industry trade association ADS. Read more via The Manufacturer
Four engineering leaders on why diversity drives innovation
Four leaders from across manufacturing and technology share their perspectives with The Manufacturer on why representation matters, and how diverse teams are driving progress. Read more via The Manufacturer
Welsh automotive sector contributes £477m to UK economy, says SMMT
Wales’ automotive sector contributes £477m to the UK economy and directly supports 7,000 jobs, according to new analysis published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Read more via The Manufacturer
Sheffield Forgemasters’ new machine shop tops out
Sheffield Forgemasters has marked an important milestone in the development of its vast new machine shop with a Topping Out ceremony for the final steel roof-beam being installed. Read more via The Manufacturer
Newport students become first in the UK to start a new semiconductor qualification
CSconnected, the organisation convening the South Wales compound semiconductor cluster, has announced the start of the UK’s first Level 2 semiconductor qualification for young people, marking a national first in STEM education. Read more via The Manufacturer
