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Lotus launches Hethel Performance Hub to accelerate UK automotive innovation
Lotus Cars has launched the Hethel Performance Hub (HPH), a new collaborative innovation centre aimed at accelerating the development of next-generation vehicles and strengthening the UK’s position in advanced automotive manufacturing. Read more via The Manufacturer
Aircraft deliveries hit record high as global demand fuels £388bn UK aerospace pipeline
Commercial aircraft deliveries reached a record high in May as strong global demand continued to drive growth across the aerospace sector, leaving UK manufacturers with an order backlog worth up to £388bn. Read more via The Manufacturer
Make UK launches accelerated apprenticeship and rapid skills training for engineers
Manufacturers can now access faster routes to engineering skills development following the launch of a revised apprenticeship programme and new short-course training units from Make UK’s Technology Hub in Aston, Birmingham. Read more via The Manufacturer
Cumbria manufacturer, Playdale Playgrounds, sets new environmental standards
Playdale Playgrounds, a leading provider of children’s outdoor playground equipment, has successfully achieved Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody Certification, marking a significant sustainability milestone for the Cumbrian manufacturer. Read more via The Manufacturer
Manufacturers must tackle bottlenecks before investing in AI — PP Control & Automation
Manufacturers should focus on solving operational constraints rather than adopting artificial intelligence for its own sake, according to the Chief Information Officer of PP Control & Automation, after the company used AI to recover 36% of engineering capacity. Read more via The Manufacturer
