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

Posted on 14 Nov 2025 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.

Made Smarter ‘Factories of the Future’ event to showcase how digital tech is transforming UK manufacturing

Made Smarter is to showcase the power of digital transformation at a flagship Factories of the Future conference at Cranfield University next week. Read more via The Manufacturer

Hydrohertz unveils breakthrough battery cooling technology promising 10-minute EV charging

Hydrohertz has launched what it claims is a world-first breakthrough in electric vehicle (EV) battery thermal management — a compact, intelligent valve system that could cut fast-charging times by more than two-thirds while boosting range, safety and battery lifespan. Read more via The Manufacturer

Future of Manufacturing Foundation launches to boost skills and opportunities in Greater Manchester

A new Trafford-based charity, the Future of Manufacturing Foundation, has officially launched to help local people gain the confidence, skills and inspiration they need to build better futures in the UK’s modern manufacturing and technology sectors. Read more via The Manufacturer

Fire protection manufacturer ARC secures private equity backing to accelerate growth

ARC Building Solutions (ARC), the Leeds-based manufacturer of passive fire protection and thermal insulation systems, has secured a significant investment from private equity firm LDC, part of Lloyds Banking Group, in a move designed to accelerate the company’s next phase of growth. Read more via The Manufacturer

Bentley Motors appoints Premier League star Cody Gakpo as new UK and Europe brand ambassador

Bentley Motors has appointed professional footballer Cody Gakpo as its new ambassador for the UK and Europe, aligning the Liverpool player’s precision, performance and drive with the luxury marque’s modern identity and engineering heritage. Read more via The Manufacturer