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

Posted on 18 Sep 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.

UK nuclear jobs surge near 100,000 from record government investment

The UK’s nuclear industry has reached a record high, with 98,173 people now employed across the sector, according to the Nuclear Industry Association’s annual Jobs Map, the sector’s major jobs report. Read more via The Manufacturer

New alliance to help grow defence manufacturing supply chain

A new Alliance between the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and High Value Manufacturing Catapult (HVM Catapult) will grow the defence industrial base to protect UK interests against emerging global threats. Read more via The Manufacturer

Babcock hits the road with nationwide tour to showcase impact and opportunities

Babcock International has launched a nationwide roadshow, taking to the highway in a specially equipped bus designed to connect with colleagues across the UK and spotlight the company’s growing impact on local communities as it ramps up recruitment. Read more via The Manufacturer

3D printing adoption soars in North West, driven by Made Smarter and PrintCity

Made Smarter and Manchester Metropolitan University’s PrintCity have positioned the North West as a UK hotspot for 3D printing adoption, according to new Government research. Read more via The Manufacturer

CR Smith adds new expertise to leadership team

CR Smith has recruited two highly experienced figures from Scotland’s construction and manufacturing industries to its leadership team, reflecting the firm’s commitment to expanding its public sector operations alongside its long-established domestic customer base. Read more via The Manufacturer