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

Posted on 10 Feb 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.

Make UK calls for Skills Investment Pledge to reverse plummeting apprenticeship numbers

Make UK is calling on the government to commit to a Skills Investment Pledge to address the decline in apprenticeship starts and rise in those not in education, employment or training (NEET). Read more via The Manufacturer

BAE Systems’ survey shows rising family support for apprenticeships

New research released by BAE Systems to mark National Apprenticeship Week has revealed a decisive shift in attitudes towards vocational routes, with both young people and parents increasingly viewing apprenticeships as a preferred alternative to university. Read more via The Manufacturer

Ford shares experiences of apprentices across its UK sites

To mark National Apprenticeship Week Ford has shared the experiences of eight apprentices from across the company’s sites at Halewood, Dagenham and Dunton. Read more via The Manufacturer

How Essity’s apprentices are shaping modern manufacturing

During National Apprenticeship Week, global hygiene and health manufacturer, Essity, is highlighting how hands-on, practical training is helping young people and career changers build long-term careers across its UK manufacturing sites. Read more via The Manufacturer

BEP engages students as National Apprenticeship Week kicks off

BEP Surface Technologies has reinforced its long-standing commitment to skills development and early-careers engagement with a hands-on visit to Hazel Wood High School in Bury, Greater Manchester. Read more via The Manufacturer