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

Posted on 18 Dec 2024 by The Manufacturer

Each day The Manufacturer compiles the top manufacturing news stories from around the web. To make your life a little easier, we trawl through all the major trade publications, broadsheets and business magazines to find you the most important manufacturing news each morning. Don't forget to bookmark this page and check back daily.

Lucozade maker Suntory announces £6m investment in Gloucestershire facility

The company behind Lucozade and Ribena has submitted plans to invest £6m into its factory in Coleford to significantly reduce its reliance on natural gas, and in turn, reduce its carbon emissions. More via The Manufacturer

EU unveils DiMAT project to boost materials manufacturers’ digital capabilities and it’s open to UK companies too

The EU has officially launched DiMAT, a project offering European materials SMEs the digital tools they need to meet competitive challenges, both in Europe and globally. More via The Manufacturer

ADS Group welcomes new VPs for defence and security to its board

The UK trade association for the aerospace, defence, security and space has announced the appointment of two new Vice Presidents to its board. More via The Manufacturer

Bradford manufacturer Mansfield Pollard announces record performance

A Bradford-based manufacturer of bespoke air management solutions is on track to meet its ambitious five-year growth plan after posting increased turnover and profitability in its latest financial results. More via The Manufacturer

Locit appoints new CFO to drive 20% growth in 2025

Locit, a leading manufacturer of steel lockers and innovative storage solutions, has appointed a new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) as the company forecasts 20% growth for 2025. More via The Manufacturer

Royal seal of approval for RYSE 3D’s record year

One of the UK’s leading disruptors in additive manufacturing has celebrated its best-ever year in style by being presented with its King’s Award for Innovation. More via The Manufacturer