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NAA Update: Next‑generation EV manufacturing is ramping up, with a strong pipeline of new model launches throughout 2026
The good news is that electrified vehicles (battery electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid) accounted for over 40% of all vehicles built in the UK in January, but a number of challenges remain, including that the industry is facing energy costs that are 80% higher than they were in 2021. Welcome to this month’s newsletter, and […]
NAA Member News: AGSS Strategic Plan – Embracing Oracle Cloud Infrastructure for Enhanced Hosting
In a significant move to bolster its product offerings, AGSS is excited to announce its strategic decision to adopt Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) as the primary hosting provider for its Redthorn MRP and Singlepoint Quality Management Software Solutions. This strategic direction underscores our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance reliability, security, and performance for […]
NAA Member News: Join Automotive Comms at Everything Electric North B2B Day
Everything Electric NORTH is your chance to test drive the very latest electric cars, and the event includes a B2B day which connects organisations working in the EV sector. Everything Electric NORTH, the world’s no. 1 home energy & electric vehicle show, takes place on Friday 8 & Saturday 9 May 2026 at the Great […]
NAA Member News: Bentley marks seventh consecutive year of profitability while continuing site transformation
Last month, Bentley Motors reported a seventh consecutive year of profitability, demonstrating resilient underlying performance amid a challenging global market environment, while continuing to self-fund significant capital investment at its historic Pyms Lane site in preparation for electrification. While headline financial results were impacted by a number of external and non-recurring factors, Bentley’s core performance […]
NAA Member News: Brabners – Middle East disruption; key supply chain considerations for automotive businesses
Caroline Litchfield, partner and head of manufacturing and supply chain at Brabners, outlines the key legal and commercial considerations for automotive businesses navigating ongoing disruption across the Middle East. Ongoing instability across the Middle East is placing renewed pressure on manufacturers that rely on tightly coordinated, international supply chains. For automotive businesses in particular, geopolitical […]
NAA Member News: IN4 Group acquires apprenticeship provider ATL to scale Modern Workplace Apprenticeships nationwide
Professional technology training and skills provider IN4 Group has acquired Approved Training Ltd (ATL), a Midlands-based apprenticeship provider specialising in manufacturing and engineering, in a move that significantly strengthens its national apprenticeship and workforce productivity offer. Established in 2016, ATL has built a strong reputation in apprenticeship delivery, particularly in supporting manufacturing and engineering employers to develop […]
NAA Member News: Perfect Sense Energy – Powering the Automotive Industry with Solar PV
As the automotive sector evolves, energy efficiency and sustainability are now central to long-term success. From manufacturers and dealerships to supply chain partners, solar PV offers a practical, scalable way to cut costs, strengthen resilience, and meet rising sustainability expectations. For high-consumption sites such as dealerships, service centres, and production facilities, large roof areas and […]
NAA Member News: STFC Hartree Centre – Application-Focused Training in Digital Technologies
Enabling UK businesses and the public sector to explore and adopt innovative new digital technologies including AI and quantum computing for productivity, innovation and economic growth. At Hartree Centre we enable businesses to acquire the skills, knowledge and technical capability required to adopt digital technologies like supercomputing, data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing […]
In the Driving Seat: Julie Attwell, Oemeta UK
Here’s your chance to find out more about Julie Attwell from Oemeta UK. Spoiler alert: there may be a football theme – specifically Bradford City. Name Julie Attwell Company Oemeta UK Position Technical Sales Apart from that Football Mum Why did you join the NAA? To collaborate more closely with automotive manufacturers in the North, […]
NAA Event Review: BAC
Our latest networking event in March saw us visit Speke-based NAA member BAC for a joint networking event with IPA (innovative daughter company of RDA UK). We were hosted by Jim Ashley, Emily De Silva and Jeremy Tear from IPA/RDA UK, and Luke Ryan from BAC. Following the initial welcome address, Jeremy gave a presentation […]
