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

Posted on 23 Mar 2026 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.

SMMT warns HGV decarbonisation lagging behind targets despite growing investment

The UK’s transition to zero-emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) is falling significantly behind ambition, despite increasing manufacturer investment and a growing number of models entering the market, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Read more via The Manufacturer

Babcock secures £60m MOD white fleet contract, extending long-running partnership

Babcock International has been awarded a five-year contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to manage and service its “white fleet” of vehicles, covering cars, vans, trucks and specialist platforms. Read more via The Manufacturer

AMufacture appoints new finance chief to support next phase of growth

Portsmouth‑based advanced manufacturing specialist AMufacture has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Andrew Jameson as chief financial officer. Read more via The Manufacturer

Europlaz appoints new Head of People to support expansion plans

Europlaz has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Anya Grattidge as Head of People, to help support continued growth and further develop career pathways in manufacturing and engineering. Read more via The Manufacturer

Rapid Fusion targets €1m Italian expansion with Aivox partnership

Rapid Fusion is targeting €1m in new business as it accelerates its international expansion through a strategic partnership in Italy. Read more via The Manufacturer