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NAA Update: Tariffs on car exports from the UK to the US to reduce from 27.5% to 10%
The US is our second most important market for car exports, so an agreement to reduce tariffs is great news for consumers and the industry. Welcome to this month’s newsletter and I hope you are all keeping well. Let’s start with some good news for our sector, as this week the country forged closer ties […]
NAA Member News: BAC Announces Strategic Partnership with Universal Partners to Power Global Growth Strategy
Briggs Automotive Company (BAC), creators of the revolutionary Mono, the world’s only road-legal, single-seater supercar, has established a landmark three-year strategic partnership with Universal Partners, a leading specialist in cross-border payments and currency risk management. The agreement positions Universal Partners as BAC’s exclusive foreign exchange partner as the brand consolidates its international expansion. BAC’s global […]
NAA Member News: Bentley Motors marks Earth Day with launch of its third Sustainability Report
Last month, Bentley Motors reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by launching its third annual Sustainability Report, published on Earth Day. The report details significant achievements over the past year as part of the company’s Beyond100+ strategy, positioning Bentley as a leader in sustainability and sustainable automotive craftsmanship. Driving Decarbonisation: Paving the Way for an Electric […]
NAA Member News: Brabners – Approaching the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate
With April bringing renewed clarity on the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate, Christine Hart, Legal Director at purpose-led independent law firm Brabners, discusses how businesses across the north’s automotive industry can prepare for the changes that the legislation will bring. In early April, Prime Minister Keir Starmer officially followed through on his manifesto pledge to […]
NAA Member News: FDM Digital Solutions installs new large format hybrid manufacturing technology
NAA member FDM Digital Solutions has been providing 3D printed components and assemblies, as well as jigs and tooling, to the automotive industry for over 13 years. The company has recently installed a new, large format hybrid manufacturing technology at its Burnley facility. The CMS Kreator is a unique hybrid machine that combines the power […]
NAA Member News: MGS Technical Plastics Announces Leadership Transition with Recent Growth
Effective immediately, Judson Smythe is announced as the new Managing Director of MGS Technical Plastics, one of the nation’s fastest growing injection moulding firms serving all industries and markets. Forming a critical part of the company’s wider growth strategy, incumbent Managing Director Neil Garrity will continue to serve as Chair. At the same time, Mark […]
NAA Member News: ULEMCo features in PwC UK’s Net Zero Future50 report
ULEMCo is delighted to feature as one of the companies in PwC UK’s Net Zero Future50 report which showcases tech start-ups, each accelerating progress by offering innovative solutions for our journey to net zero. We are pleased to be included on the summary web page and within the Mobility and Transport sector. You can read the […]
NAA Member News: UTAC UK Leyland welcomes Blackpool and The Fylde College
UTAC UK Leyland site welcomed the team from the Blackpool and The Fylde College in April. The visit was highly educational for both staff and engineering students from different engineering pathways, such as mechanical engineering, electrical and electronics, general engineering, robotics and automation and automotive. It was a great chance for the engineering students to […]
NAA Business Awards, Thursday 18 September, Crewe Hall, Cheshire
The Northern Automotive Alliance Business Awards provide automotive companies with the recognition for their achievements. Becoming a shortlisted award applicant, will provide your organisation with the opportunity to be recognised at this high-profile event, as a leading player in the automotive industry. Your organisation will benefit from being highlighted on the evening in front of […]
In the Driving Seat: Greg Hewitt, Managing Director, Rock Oil
Here’s your chance to find out more about Greg Hewitt, who is the Managing Director of Rock Oil – when he’s not running across the Sahara Desert… Name Greg Hewitt Company Rock Oil Position Managing Director Apart from that Trustee of Warrington Youth Zone Why did you join the NAA? To showcase the products and […]
