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NAA Update: How the UK automotive industry can support the national growth agenda
Last month saw the annual party conference season begin again and in Liverpool, all eyes were on the Labour Party, which hosted its first as the party of power since 2009. SMMT met with new and senior politicians there, to discuss how the UK automotive industry can support the national growth agenda and the country’s […]
NAA Member News: 3D360, in partnership with the Department for Education, is delivering subsidised training in Advanced Manufacturing
Looking at kickstarting your business or training your team in advanced manufacturing skills? This is your opportunity to secure funded training and help future proof your business. 10 days (60 hours) of trainer led learning in all aspects of Advanced Manufacturing. Every learner builds and takes away a free Creality, Ender 3, 3D printer. Over […]
NAA Member News: New Bentley Flying Spur with plug-in hybrid technology
Last month Bentley launched its first four-door supercar – the new Flying Spur, now in its fourth generation after almost two decades of defining the ultimate luxury performance sedan. Launched initially with the performance-focused Speed, the new Flying Spur is built around Bentley’s new Ultra Performance Hybrid, endowing it with an extraordinary breadth of capabilities. […]
NAA Member News: Fitfactory Next Generation MES Solution – Monitor, Control, Optimise your manufacturing production
Fitfactory Next Generation MES is a comprehensive manufacturing execution system that combines machine monitoring, production scheduling, and shop floor data capture into a single application. Designed to improve the productivity and efficiency of your manufacturing processes, Fitfactory MES is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, iOS, and Android. Accessible across desktops, mobile devices, and […]
NAA Member News: JLR Invests £500 Million Into Creating EV Factory Of The Future In Merseyside
JLR has announced a £500 million investment to transform its historic Halewood facility to support the parallel production of electric vehicles, alongside existing combustion and hybrid models. Originally built in 1963 to produce the Ford Anglia, Halewood is being transformed for the electric era. With £250 million already invested, the transformation so far has involved […]
NAA Member News: Siemens Sustainability Survey
Sustainability is a key topic across every industry in UK manufacturing today. With the race to net-zero, emissions targets to meet by 2024 and volumes of information to navigate around sustainability, we at Siemens want to know if the way communicating and delivering sustainability to the market is the way that works best for our […]
NAA Member News: ULEMCo showcases Hydrogen Sprinter van and Aircraft Tow Tug at the 2024 Cenex Expo
Hydrogen technologies were very much at the forefront at CENEX EXPO 2024. This major show at UTAC Millbrook provided many insights into the world of hydrogen fuel and its potential for clean mobility. The Hydrogen Technology Showcase featured companies including Toyota, Cranfield University, Innovate UK, Johnson Matthey, and of course, ULEMCo was there with a […]
In the Driving Seat: Andy Todd, Acoustic Research Consulting (ARC)
Pulp Fiction or Toy Story? Find out Andy Todd’s favourite movie… Name Andy Todd Company Acoustic Research Consulting (ARC) Position Director Apart from that Corporate Member of the Institute of Acoustics (MIOA), Chartered Engineer (CEng). Why did you join the NAA? We took the decision to join the NAA to offer our services and support […]
NAA Event Review: NAA Annual Networking Dinner & Business Awards
Last month we hosted the NAA Annual Business Awards and Networking Dinner, welcoming 200 guests to Crewe Hall, Cheshire for a fabulous evening of networking, dining, and award celebrations. We were treated to industry sector updates from Wes Jacklin, Chairman of our Directors and Advisory Board, and our Guest Speaker, Philippa Oldham, Stakeholder Engagement Director, […]
NAA Events Autumn 2024
Networking Event JLR, Halewood – *This event is now full – contact Zoe to be added to reserve list* 24 October / 12:00 – 15:15 Includes networking lunch and site tour Webinar – “Cyber Security Essentials” Hosted by Fitfactory Technology 7 November / 11:00 – 12:00 Networking Event Helical Technology, Lytham 28 November / 12:00 – […]