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New semiconductor design centre strengthens Wales’ and UK’s leadership in chip design
A new joint venture between Welsh Government, Compound Semiconductor Applications (CSA) Catapult, and Cadence Design Systems, Inc. will address long-term skills needs within the semiconductor design sector and support the industry’s growth by providing critical design services to SMEs and scale-up companies across the UK. More via The Manufacturer
CBM calls for balanced approach to UK Steel Policy amid US tariff concerns
The Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) and its 200 members fully support the transition of British steelmakers to greener and more efficient technologies. More via The Manufacturer
Aberdeen school pupils join forces to compete in hydrogen challenge
Young people across Aberdeen joined forces to showcase their innovation and learning from their involvement in schools outreach programme, Stemovators. More via The Manufacturer
Universities fear government reforms will stifle manufacturing sector demand for higher and degree apprenticeships
The government’s forthcoming apprenticeship reforms will deter many manufacturing employers from upskilling their workforce via higher and degree apprenticeships, according to 69% of the nation’s universities. More via The Manufacturer
Rubix reaches agreement to acquire ERIKS UK & Ireland
As part of the Group’s growth strategy Rubix has reached an agreement to acquire ERIKS UK & Ireland. More via The Manufacturer
Thurston Group MD Matt Goff named Manufacturing Leader of the Year
Matt Goff, managing director of Thurston Group, was awarded Manufacturing Leader of the Year at The Business Desk Yorkshire Leadership Awards last week. More via The Manufacturer