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Rolls-Royce SMR to open £12m Derby manufacturing centre to accelerate production
Rolls-Royce SMR has announced plans to open a new £12m manufacturing development centre in Derby, marking a significant step forward in the UK’s ambitions to establish a factory-built small modular reactor (SMR) industry. Read more via The Manufacturer
Princess Royal joins NATO defence industry leaders as production capacity tops agenda
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal joined more than 160 senior defence industry representatives aboard HMS Warrior in Portsmouth as NATO nations intensified discussions on strengthening defence manufacturing capacity ahead of next month’s alliance summit. Read more via The Manufacturer
MIA honours McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown for contribution to motorsport industry
The Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) has named Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, as the recipient of its 2026 Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Motorsport Industry, recognising his role in leading the Formula 1 team’s resurgence and supporting the wider UK motorsport sector. Read more via The Manufacturer
Triton Showers appoints former Dyson engineer as new Product Director
British shower manufacturer Triton Showers has appointed Guy Cowdry as product director to lead its innovation strategy, quality function and sustainability ambitions. Read more via The Manufacturer
James Cropper helps turn recycled coffee cups into children’s book
British master papermaker James Cropper has partnered with local children’s author Charlotte Mason-Curl to provide the paper for her new children’s book, Elf Chloe’s Surprise. Read more via The Manufacturer
