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The Manufacturer MX Awards 2024 finalists announced
The UK’s top manufacturing companies have made it through to the finals of the manufacturing industry’s largest and most rigorous awards programme: The Manufacturer MX Awards (TMMX Awards), delivered by The Manufacturer in partnership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). More via The Manufacturer
Yorkshire toy maker grows with government backing
A small business from Barnsley which makes toy slime has secured government-backed financing for a new factory, new staff and new product lines.
Specialist lender Newable Commerce issued the funding to Slime Party UK with the support of UK Export Finance, the government guarantor. More via The Manufacturer
Chamber-Toyota partnership brings energy efficiency to life for SMEs
SMEs in the East Midlands are learning first-hand about energy efficiency measures being implemented at Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Derby, thanks to a new initiative between the global powerhouse and East Midlands Chamber. More via East Midlands Chamber
Lease signed on medical glass manufacturing facility
A 15-year-lease has been signed for a new medical glass manufacturing facility to set up at the rear of Glass Futures.
SINA Medical Glass has signed a 15-year lease on the former ‘J K Philips’ on McManus Drive with the support of leading Midlands law firm Wright Hassall. More via St Helens Star
DS Smith collaborates with Versuni on sustainable fiber-based packaging solution for Philiips
DS Smith has partnered with Versuni to create an innovative fibre-based packaging solution for the Philips Baristina coffee machine.
The fibre-based packaging solution is made from materials that are recycled and recyclable. Additionally, there are no plastic bags within the box. More via The Manufacturer
Bike manufacturer Raleigh opens new headquarters
Bike manufacturer Raleigh has opened its new headquarters in Nottinghamshire.
The business has been based at Church Street in Eastwood since the early 2000s.
Its head office is now being moved less than a mile away to Durban House, which was built in the 19th Century and was the local collieries wages office, where the father of author DH Lawrence worked. More via BBC News
Group enjoys tour around jigsaw manufacturer
The Friends of Romsey Abbey recently enjoyed a tour of a jigsaw manufacturer on Cranborne Chase.
The group visited J H G Jigsaws on July 30, which boasts King Charles as one of its customers. More via Southern Daily Echo
