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

Posted on 16 Jun 2026 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.

Make UK research reveals aluminium recycling sector must grow 25% every year to support industrial demand

New analysis published today by Make UK has emphasised that a substantial 25% annual growth rate will be needed for the aluminium scrap sector to meet the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy demand. Read more via The Manufacturer

Inside Mecalac’s digital transformation journey: from cloud ERP to AI readiness

Kaye Darke, Head of IT at construction equipment manufacturer, Mecalac, discusses how the long-term investment in Oracle Fusion Cloud is transforming operational visibility, improving collaboration across the business and supporting a more connected, data-led future. Read more via The Manufacturer

Babcock targets automotive technicians to support British Army fleet

Babcock International Group is calling on automotive technicians to transfer their skills to military vehicle maintenance, as the defence company looks to recruit qualified mechanics to support the British Army’s operational fleet. Read more via The Manufacturer

University of Southampton to help expand UK chip design capabilities

The System-on-Chip Labs (SoC Labs) at University of Southampton is to deliver a UK wide programme to develop the next generation of chip designers and help grow the country’s AI sector. Read more via The Manufacturer

Enginuity leaders receive royal honours for contributions to engineering skills

Four senior figures from engineering and manufacturing skills charity Enginuity have been recognised by His Majesty King Charles III, in what the organisation has described as a significant endorsement of its work supporting the sector. Read more via The Manufacturer