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

Posted on 9 Oct 2026 by The Manufacturer

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.

Bio-Techne opens new GMP manufacturing facility in Bristol

Bio-Techne Corporation, a global provider of life science tools, reagents and diagnostic products, has announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) grade small molecules in Bristol. Read more via The Manufacturer

Ceramics UK shines a spotlight on new apprenticeship programme

National trade body Ceramics UK is highlighting a new apprenticeship programme tailored to the whitewares sector, alongside new financial incentives for employers announced by the UK government. Read more via The Manufacturer

UK manufacturers turn to new sales channels as input prices rise 6.1%

UK manufacturers including Exploded Sweets and The Sleep People are turning to Temu to grow sales, cope with rising input costs and maintain affordable prices for customers. Read more via The Manufacturer

Manufacturing leader Claire Umney to head Make UK’s West Midlands industry panel

Make UK has appointed Claire Umney, Managing Director of Alwayse Engineering, as the new Chair of its West Midlands Regional Advisory Board (RAB). Read more via The Manufacturer

Roy Graves: from factory floor to future workforce – 5 tips to building skills that last

Ercol’s Roy Graves shares five practical tips for building a future-ready manufacturing workforce, emphasising continuous learning, skills development and the importance of preparing employees for evolving industry demands. Read more via The Manufacturer