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Still in control: Transicon’s enduring place in Shropshire’s industry
For nearly six decades, Telford-based Transicon has been designing and making bespoke industrial control systems and machinery for UK manufacturers. For General Manager, Jennifer Hughes, the company’s story has been one of resilience, adaptation and ambition – from navigating the pandemic and adapting to the changing cyber security landscape, to addressing skills shortages and pursuing employee ownership. The Manufacturer’s James Devonshire picks up the story. Read more via The Manufacturer
London SME manufacturers receive over £300k to boost productivity and innovation
Twenty SME manufacturing businesses across London are set to receive more than £300,000 in the first round of funding through the Made Smarter London programme, delivered by London & Partners. Read more via The Manufacturer
UK electroplating sector faces ‘irreversible decline,’ warns BEP Surface Technologies
The UK’s electroplating and surface finishing sector is shrinking at an accelerating pace, with one in six firms lost over the past decade and most of the remaining companies showing little real-term financial growth, new research from BEP Surface Technologies reveals. Read more via The Manufacturer
JJ Hardy & Sons secures lucrative Eurostar and TfL deals
A North East engineering firm is steaming ahead into its 170th year in business after securing two major contracts. Read more via The Manufacturer
Mechatronic grows exports following £200k investment
A Birmingham specialist in factory automation and robotics solutions has capitalised upon overseas opportunities amid challenging market conditions after receiving funding from business finance provider UKSE. Read more via The Manufacturer
