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Devolved nations see manufacturing jobs boost – Make UK/BDO report
The three devolved nations of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have seen a significant growth in the number of manufacturing jobs in the last year, in contrast to every English region bar the East of England which has seen a fall.
The findings come in the Make UK/BDO Annual Manufacturing Outlook Report which shows that, in the 12 months to March 2024, the number of manufacturing jobs in Wales increased by 13,000, 10,000 in Scotland and 2,000 in Northern Ireland. More via The Manufacturer
How the UK’s first 300mm semiconductor fab will unlock the Internet of Everything
An Internet of Everything has long been promised, but progress has been hindered by semiconductor availability, cost and concerns around sustainability. Could a new approach help to achieve a smarter, more connected future? Enter Pragmatic Semiconductor’s FlexICs, a new kind of semiconductor that’s set to make the Internet of Everything a reality. Shane Geary, SVP Manufacturing & Operations, Pragmatic explains. More via The Manufacturer
UK manufacturers on what Keir Starmer must do next
The top priority of the new government must be to give “stability” to industry, manufacturing firms have said.
During the election campaign, Labour said repeatedly it did not want to raise taxes or cut public services, but instead aimed to create wealth by growing the economy. More via BBC News
Scottish outdoor clothing maker pledges to donate 1000 sleeping coats to homeless
Scottish outdoor clothing manufacturer The Ootsider is aiming to donate 1000 sleeping coats to the homeless by next June.
The Livingston-based social enterprise celebrates its third year in business in 12 months’ time and founder John Keogh is determined to mark the occasion by hitting the milestone. More via Glasgow World
Babcock and Polish Navy enter new academic partnership
Babcock and the Polish Naval Academy in Gdynia, Poland, have announced that they are set to collaborate on an exciting new programme of professional internships following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and Cooperation Agreement.
The MoU outlines the intent for Babcock to work in cooperation with the Polish Naval Academy to facilitate future academic collaboration, underpinning Babcock’s global commitment to skills development. More via The Manufacturer
MOD to award contract for Remotely Operated Vehicle
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced its intention to award a contract worth up to £18m to Forum Energy Technology (UK) Ltd (FET) for the provision of a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), spares, and in-service support, according to a transparency notice. More via ukdj
