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From Tier 1 to Tier 4: Why the UK supply chain only works when everyone wins
In this exclusive guest blog post for The Manufacturer, Westley Engineering’s Christopher Greenough argues that strengthening the UK’s manufacturing base requires a more collaborative approach across every tier of the supply chain – one that prioritises long-term partnerships over short-term cost savings and recognises that when every link is given the opportunity to succeed, the entire chain becomes stronger. Read more via The Manufacturer
Engineering apprentices urge school leavers to look beyond university on results day
Two engineers who chose apprenticeships over traditional academic routes are urging young people to consider all the options available to them as thousands received their exam results yesterday. Read more via The Manufacturer
British exporters urged to review pallet and container arrangements
UK businesses exporting food, drink, household, health and beauty, and personal care products into the European Union are being urged to review the operating models for managing pallets, containers and other transport packaging used across their supply chains as the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is phased in this month. Read more via The Manufacturer
Digital product passport technology tested in a real-world remanufacturing environment
A Glasgow-based circular economy business has helped demonstrate how a new technology could make it easier for products to be repaired, reused and recycled, helping manufacturers keep valuable products in use for longer. Read more via The Manufacturer
International board visits newly completed manufacturing plant at Russell Roof Tiles
Senior leaders from Crown Roof Tiles Group have visited Russell Roof Tiles’ newly completed £20m+ manufacturing facility in Burton on Trent, which features advanced technology to produce its innovative Bute3 triple roof tile at scale. Read more via The Manufacturer
