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King’s Speech 2024: How the manufacturing industry reacted
King Charles III formally opened a new session of parliament yesterday with his King’s Speech, where he read out 39 policies and pledges that Sir Keir Starmer’s new government hopes to implement.
But how did industry react to the announcements? More via The Manufacturer
Major investment at Bridgestone’s Lincolnshire factory
Bridgestone is commemorating the 50 year anniversary of its Bulldog retread factory in Bourne, Lincolnshire, with a multi-million pound investment to mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the site’s history. The Manufacturer Editor Joe Bush, paid a visit. More via The Manufacturer
Pupils help Bodmin manufacturer to reach its goal
A Bodmin business has donated £500 to a school after students and teachers helped develop a new, yet-to-be-revealed product. Rugged Interactive, a designer and manufacturer of active fun products for indoor playgrounds and trampoline parks, made the donation to Fowey Primary School. More via Cornish Times
Devon manufacturer snapped up by Swedish giant
A Devon manufacturer of high-performance timber doors has been acquired by Swedish firm Lagercrantz.
Principal Doorsets manufactures and supplies specialist, high-quality and fire-resistant door sets. More via The Business Desk
Biggest UK Youth Rocketry Competition draws to a close as Ampleforth College take top spot
Following the best-attended competition in its history, the UK Youth Rocketry Competition crowned Ampleforth College the winners of the National final.
The event is run by ADS, the trade association for the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors, to support STEM engagement in schools. More via The Manufacturer
Buyer sought as micro turbine manufacturer falls into administration
Administrators are seeking a buyer following the collapse of a Warwickshire-based manufacturer of micro gas turbines. Bladon Jets (UK) Limited operates its main Engineering and Assembly Centre in Warwick, while the company’s head office is located on the Isle of Man. More via Business Sale Report
