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UK aerospace sector remains healthy in the first half of 2024, says ADS Group
Commercial aircraft orders fell 71% in the first half of 2024 compared with the first half of 2023, while deliveries fell by 14% in the same period, the latest figures from ADS show.
According to the trade association for the UK’s aerospace, defence, security and space sectors’ data, other than 2023, aircraft orders in the first half of 2024 remain at their highest level since 2018. More via The Manufacturer
Factory simulation helps Scottish confectioner hit the sweet spot
Factory simulation of its Glasgow confectionery factory could help family-run business, Aldomak, streamline manufacturing processes and increase capacity, creating as much as 2,400kg of sweet treats daily from a single production line. More via The Manufacturer
A King’s Speech for growth and global success, says SMMT chief
The chief executive of The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), Mike Hawes, has welcomed last week’s King’s Speech, adding that the trade association is looking ‘forward to working with government to deliver its ambitions for green economic and industrial growth’. More via SMMT
Agratas giga-factory near Bridgwater submits compliance application
The manufacturer, set to build the giga-factory in Puriton, near Bridgwater, has submitted a compliance application for Building One, the first building planned for the multi-billion-pound site. More via Bridgwater Mercury
Global Combat Air Programme partners unveil new concept model of next-gen combat aircraft
The three nations of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) – UK, Italy and Japan – have unveiled a new concept model of their next generation combat aircraft at Farnborough International Airshow. More via The Manufacturer
Avanti railway to stay private until 2026 despite dire cancellation record
Britain’s least punctual railway line will be among the last to fall into public hands under Labour’s nationalisation plans, Telegraph analysis suggests. More via The Telegraph
