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Could a scrappage scheme for old kit boost investment in automation?

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Trade Credit Insurance backed by £10bn Govt guarantee

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75% now believe more strongly in importance of UK manufacturing

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Digital Transformation

Digital technology internships a win-win for students and businesses

Meadow Foods announces £4m investment in plant-based manufacturing capabilities - image courtesy of Meadow Foods

Meadow Foods makes £4m move into plant-based manufacturing capabilities

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Direct Govt support needed to protect aerospace, automotive and steel sectors

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Everyday engineering – new STEM film to inspire young people

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Would a National Skills Task Force help retain key manufacturing talent?

Nissan Sunderland - According Nissan, the investment is a further endorsement of the quality of output from the Sunderland plant.

Boost for North East as Nissan shifts European operations to Sunderland

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Using artificial intelligence to detect Covid-19 in X-rays

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Strong links to manufacturing will determine commercial future of tidal energy