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UK vehicle production down 11.6% in July — SMMT
UK vehicle production fell 11.6% year on year in July to 63,655 units, with weaker exports and the earlier scheduling of summer maintenance shutdowns contributing to the decline, according to figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Read more via The Manufacturer
Made Smarter launches £400k cyber security drive to protect Yorkshire manufacturers
Yorkshire manufacturers are being offered fully funded cyber security support to combat the growing threat from attacks capable of bringing production to a standstill. Read more via The Manufacturer
First fully UK-built Britten-Norman Islander begins ground testing
The first Islander to be fully built in the UK since Britten-Norman repatriated production to Bembridge has begun its ground test programme, with first flight targeted for September. Read more via The Manufacturer
Lighting the way to sustainability through responsible investment
Rowan Precision is putting responsible investment into practice on its Birmingham manufacturing shop floor, with a major LED lighting upgrade transforming the production environment as part of a wider programme designed to improve energy efficiency, operational resilience and long-term sustainability. Read more via The Manufacturer
Brigham Pressings delivers rapid tooling solution for high-volume aerospace and automotive
A six-week tooling programme for a global dispensing systems manufacturer has demonstrated how Brigham Pressings is combining design-for-manufacture expertise, toolmaking and high-volume presswork to help customers improve products destined for demanding assembly environments. Read more via The Manufacturer
