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Record breaking aircraft deliveries in July 2024 as industry rallies
Aircraft deliveries in July 2024 represent the best month year to date, with 120 aircraft delivered by manufacturers.
According to ADS, the trade association for the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors in the UK, this represents the best July for aircraft deliveries on record. More via The Manufacturer
Bentley first car manufacturer to join global body for responsibly-sourced leather
Bentley Motors has become the first automotive member of Leather Naturally, the global voice of the sustainable leather industry, underscoring the brand’s ongoing commitment to its Beyond100 strategy to become the global leader in sustainable luxury mobility. More via The Manufacturer
AstraZeneca threatens to move UK vaccine manufacturing to US
AstraZeneca has warned it could relocate its vaccine manufacturing site on Merseyside to Philadelphia amid a deadlock in negotiations with the Labour government over plans to cut state aid promised to the project. More via Financial Times
Global expansion for Welsh manufacturer
The Safety Letterbox Company are thrilled to announce that they have successfully supplied their mailboxes to locations across the globe this year, including Vietnam, New Zealand, the Bahamas, and Finland to name but a few. More via Business News Wales
Cornish spring manufacturer Lesjöfors Heavy Springs UK appoints new MD
Cornwall-based Lesjӧfors Heavy Springs UK has promoted Luke Smith from Operations Director to Managing Director, succeeding Michael Gibbs. More via The Manufacturer
Northern Ireland manufacturer targeting long-term profitability after nearly £20m annual growth
Northern Ireland critical infrastructure specialist Camlin Group is on-track for long-term profitability after reporting strong financial results.
The Lisburn-based company posted an increased turnover of £77.4m in 2023. More via News Letter
