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IChemE issues a clear warning following the Budget
The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) has issued a clear warning following the Autumn Budget. CEO Yvonne Baker OBE has urged that energy support must reach the chemicals sector fast, and new plans for student finance could unintentionally destabilise already fragile STEM courses. Read more via The Manufacturer
S&S Steelstock targeting growth with Black Country acquisition
An ambitious multi-product steel stockholder has completed a significant acquisition that will double its revenues, increase manufacturing capability and open new markets. Read more via The Manufacturer
Apprenticeships up 5% but access for young people remains a challenge
The Department for Education (DfE) has published new data on apprenticeships in England which shows full-year data on apprenticeships in England for the 2024/25 academic year covering the period August 2024 to July 2025, based on data returned by providers in October. Read more via The Manufacturer
HVM Catapult technology chief to drive AI adoption in UK manufacturing
UK government has appointed the High Value Manufacturing (HVM) Catapult’s Chief Technology Officer to the role of national AI champion to accelerate adoption of AI across industry and boost industry productivity and growth. Read more via The Manufacturer
Royal Aeronautical Society announces 2025 award winners
The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) has announced the 2025 winners of the global aerospace community’s most prestigious and long-standing awards honouring achievement and innovation. Read more via The Manufacturer
