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

Posted on 25 Sep 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.

Smart Manufacturing Week 2027 launches new features as the industry’s ultimate one-stop shop

Following a standout 2026 event, Smart Manufacturing Week (SMW) returns to the NEC Birmingham on 9–10 June 2027 with a bold vision to drive the sector forward. Read more via The Manufacturer

EV choice doubles as new model hits UK market every fortnight

British drivers are being offered more electric car choice than ever, with manufacturers launching the equivalent of one fully electric model every fortnight for the past three years, according to new research by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Read more via The Manufacturer

Goodfellow set to create 20 new jobs as it invests £1.5m into US advanced manufacturing hub

Goodfellow is targeting international expansion after opening a new expanded production facility in the US. Read more via The Manufacturer

Securexit grows to 30 employees one year after UKSE investment

A Stoke-on-Trent manufacturer of bespoke steel fire and security doors has grown from start-up to a business employing more than 30 people within a year of securing investment from UKSE. Read more via The Manufacturer

Milestone contracts drive strong half-year performance for Aurrigo

Aurrigo International has reported strong half-year results after relocating to a new engineering centre and securing a string of milestone contracts. Read more via The Manufacturer