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Sizewell B given lifetime extension to 2055
The UK government has agreed terms with EDF to extend the operational life of the Sizewell B nuclear power station by 20 years, allowing the Suffolk facility to continue generating electricity until 2055. Read more via The Manufacturer
UKEF backs £11bn of exports, supporting 85,000 UK jobs
UK Export Finance (UKEF) provided more than £11bn in loans, guarantees and insurance over the past year, supporting an estimated 85,000 jobs and contributing up to £6.4bn to the UK economy, according to new figures published by the government. Read more via The Manufacturer
Mailway strengthens retail display offering with Derwent Displays acquisition
Bradford-based Mailway Packaging Group has expanded its retail display and packaging capabilities with the acquisition of Derbyshire point-of-sale display manufacturer Derwent Displays, securing the future of the business and safeguarding 33 jobs. Read more via The Manufacturer
Castings Technology marks double induction at Company of Cutlers
Castings Technology has celebrated a double induction at the Company of Cutlers in Hallamshire, with two employees welcomed into the 400-year-old Sheffield trade guild. Read more via The Manufacturer
Students design ‘Town of the Future’ to tackle real-world energy challenges
With the UK continuing to face a shortage of STEM skills and high energy costs, Year 7 students have showcased their engineering and sustainability ideas to inspire future manufacturing and clean energy careers. Read more via The Manufacturer
