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Specsavers sharpens manufacturing focus with £7m Kidderminster expansion
Specsavers has begun a £7m expansion of its Vision Labs manufacturing site in Kidderminster, increasing weekly lens production capacity by 22% as demand for eye care services continues to grow across the UK. Read more via The Manufacturer
Henry vacuum maker launches UK-first solar park
Numatic International, manufacturer of the iconic Henry vacuum cleaner, has switched on what it says is the UK’s first commercial solar array using high-efficiency space-saving technology more commonly found on domestic properties. Read more via The Manufacturer
West Midlands launches regional defence and security cluster to boost UK capability
A new Regional Defence and Security Cluster (RDSC) has been launched in the West Midlands, bringing together industry, academia, government and the Armed Forces to strengthen collaboration across the UK defence sector and support innovation-led growth. Read more via The Manufacturer
King’s Award winner says new steel policy incentivising off-shoring
A King’s Award-winning British steel fabricator today warned the Government’s flagship steel protection policy contains a critical flaw which will drive manufacturing overseas. Read more via The Manufacturer
The Compleat Food Group bolsters board with strategic adviser appointment
The Compleat Food Group has appointed Judith Batchelar OBE as strategic adviser to its Board as the food manufacturer continues its ambitious growth plans. Read more via The Manufacturer
