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Volklec to produce advanced batteries in UK following Chinese licensing agreement
A battery startup in the Midlands has today announced that it will start producing batteries for energy storage and electric vehicles, following a first-of-its-kind technology and knowledge transfer agreement with China’s Far East Battery (FEB). More via The Manufacturer
New Year rebound as aircraft orders and deliveries spike, new data shows
Commercial aircraft orders grew 168% in January 2025 compared to January 2024, significantly exceeding the five-year average of 67, new figures from the industry trade body show. More via The Manufacturer
Back in the saddle: UK saddlery industry thriving in export markets
A historic UK leatherworking and saddlery non-profit organisation has hailed the unification of British-made manufacturers under the Made in Britain trademark as an inspiration to help the industry navigate increasingly complex global export challenges. More via The Manufacturer
A Minister for Manufacturing: sign the petition TODAY!
Having been put on hold due to last year’s General Election, the petition to elect a dedicated UK Minister for Manufacturing has been relaunched. More via The Manufacturer
AMRC welcomes UK’s first open-access rotor spin testing capability
New equipment has been installed at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) which will put the UK at the forefront of future hybrid and electric propulsion. More via The Manufacturer
SME manufacturer Raplas awarded DTEP funding
An SME manufacturer in Wales has been awarded funding through the latest round of the Defence Technology Exploitation Programme (DTEP). More via The Manufacturer
