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BAE Systems announces 14% revenue increase and record profits for 2024
British aerospace and defence giant, BAE Systems, has announced its full year financials for 2024, reporting a 14% increase in revenue and record profits for the period. More via The Manufacturer
The future of UK shipbuilding hinges on plugging AI skills gaps
Addressing anticipated skills shortages in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and automation is essential to the future of UK shipbuilding sector, according to a new report by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), operated by the University of Strathclyde and based at the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland (AMIDS) in Renfrewshire. More via The Manufacturer
New blueprint for the UK’s semiconductor strategy
Two years after the release of its first UK Plan for Chips report, techUK has published an updated review, urging the UK government to accelerate the implementation of its ambitious National Semiconductor Strategy. More via The Manufacturer
British-made goods have ‘huge advantage in overseas markets’
An innovative British coffee brand which has sold more than 22,000 units globally and exports almost 90% of its products attributes its success to its unwavering commitment to backing British manufacturing. More via The Manufacturer
Oracle Red Bull Racing renews innovation partnership with Hexagon
Hexagon has announced a multi-year renewal of its long-established innovation partnership with one of the most successful Formula 1 teams in history, Oracle Red Bull Racing. More via The Manufacturer
The driving force behind smarter manufacturing
As manufacturing and engineering continue to evolve, Drives & Controls at Smart Manufacturing Week 2025 provides a valuable opportunity to explore the automation technologies that are shaping the future of the industry. More via The Manufacturer
High repair costs contributing to global e-waste crisis, new report finds
High costs are preventing over half of consumers from repairing broken electronic devices, leading to more e-waste which is hindering progress towards a more sustainable, circular economy, new research has revealed. More via The Manufacturer
