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NAA Member News: Brabners – Weather warning: preparing for extreme conditions
Caroline Litchfield, partner and head of manufacturing & supply chain at independent law firm Brabners, outlines the key operational and legal considerations automotive businesses should keep under review before and during periods of severe weather. A sudden cold snap or a deluge of rain does more than affect vehicle performance or expose weaknesses in road […]
NAA Member News: Burnley College – A Night of Record-Breaking Success at Themis Inspire & Achieve Awards 2026
Themis at Burnley College celebrated the outstanding achievements of the region’s top apprentices and employers at the Inspire & Achieve Awards 2026. This prestigious annual event shines a spotlight on amazing apprentices, the powerful impact of apprenticeships in shaping careers, and the dedication of forward-thinking employers and mentors who drive training excellence across multiple industries. […]
NAA Member News: The Electric Van Company Announces Landmark Launch of the New EVC CitySprint
The Electric Van Company is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its brand new, Lancashire assembled EVC CitySprint – a purpose-built, zero emission solution for the future of last mile logistics. This exciting milestone marks a major step forward for British EV manufacturing and for fleets seeking practical, efficient urban mobility. On 27th March […]
NAA Member News: EMR Appoints Andrew Spencer to Lead Next Phase of Growth in EV Battery Recycling
EMR, a global leader in sustainable materials, has appointed Andrew (Andy) Spencer as its new General Manager for Electric Vehicle (EV) Batteries, further strengthening its commitment to building a circular, low-carbon future for the automotive industry. Based at EMR’s state-of-the-art Battery Recycling Centre in Birmingham, Andy will lead one of the UK’s most advanced facilities […]
NAA Member News: Klarius – Why hybrid exhausts fail (and how the aftermarket can help)
Hybrid vehicles are often seen as a smart compromise for the modern driver. They promise lower emissions, improved fuel efficiency and quieter running – especially in urban environments. For many buyers, they feel like a sensible step towards electrification without giving up the familiarity of a petrol engine. However, while hybrid technology brings clear advantages, […]
NAA Member News: Torquing Trucks returns with Leyland Trucks MD Phil Jones
Last month, in Commercial Motor, editor Will Shiers sat down with Phil Jones, Managing Director of Leyland Trucks, for an exclusive interview recorded at the Leyland production plant in Lancashire. Also featured on the ‘Torquing Trucks’ podcast, the conversation delves into the company’s role within the wider DAF and PACCAR organisation, the flexibility of building both diesel and electric […]
NAA Member News: RARUK Automation Partners with Nord Modules for Flexible AMR Top Modules
UK automation distributor RARUK Automation has announced a new partnership with Danish company Nord Modules. This collaboration will enable RARUK Automation to offer Nord Modules’ complementary autonomous mobile robot (AMR) top modules to its UK customers. Known for supplying collaborative and mobile robots, RARUK Automation has a longstanding partnership with Teradyne Robotics’ company Mobile Industrial […]
NAA Member News: Siemens partnership creates UK’s first fully customisable autonomous mobile robot (AMR) manufacturing capability
Leading technology company Siemens has partnered with Expert Technologies Group and RMGroup to manufacture the UK’s first fully customisable autonomous mobile robots. The collaboration represents a strategically important milestone for UK industrial automation, creating the first comprehensive end-to-end solution for autonomous mobile robotics that will enable manufacturers to boost productivity and efficiency at their sites. […]
NAA Member News: University of Greater Manchester Survey Overview – Shaping Future Manufacturing Skills
Here at the University of Greater Manchester’s Centre for Advanced Manufacturing, we are always updating and improving our suite of CPD programmes to bridge the gap between emerging technology and industrial application. As a regional training provider, we want to ensure our curriculum doesn’t just look good on paper, it needs to work on the […]
Other News: Innovate UK – Shaping the future of advanced manufacturing
Innovate UK is developing programmes to support the government’s Industrial Strategy and Advanced Manufacturing Sector Plan, with a focus on the six frontier industries. To help shape this work, we want to hear directly from industry about where the highest growth potential lies. Industry voices: Shaping the future of advanced manufacturing 19 March 2026, 9am – […]
