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NAA Member News: 3D 360 Annual Motor Neurone Disease Awareness Film Evening Event
3D 360 and The South Lancs Branch of the MND Association will be holding its annual Motor Neurone Disease Awareness Film Evening Event this year on the 18th of June at Birchwood Park, Risley, Warrington. This year we’ll be showing the 2023 musical fantasy film ‘Wonka’. The evening starts at 6:00 pm in the Generator at […]
NAA Member News: AMRC Case Study – Laser welding of electric vehicle battery modules
AMRC has delivered an Innovate UK-funded project for Helical Technology to find a solution to the challenges of laser welding for attaching busbars to cells for the assembly of prototype electric vehicle battery modules. Background Helical Technology works predominantly with the automotive sector such as automotive manufacturers, motorsport teams, and as a component supplier for […]
NAA Member News: Brabners – Playing with fire: unpacking proposed changes to Conditions of Carriage
With a potential change to the rules on the table regarding liability during force majeure events, Brabners’ Brett Cooper outlines how vehicle transporters can ensure ongoing compliance with Conditions of Carriage laws. In the car transport sector, the rules that govern liability are often overlooked – until something goes wrong. When they do, the small […]
NAA Member News: Businesswise – Geopolitical pressures reshaping the UK energy market
Since 2020, the global energy market has been in a state of almost continuous turbulence, shaped by a host of geopolitical disruptions. Events such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine, prolonged instability in the Middle East, the global pandemic, and a rise in economic protectionism have all combined to create a volatile and unpredictable landscape. […]
NAA Member News: Mercury Hampton – Recruitment in the North’s Automotive Industry: What Emerging Trends Mean for Senior Leaders
The North of England’s automotive sector is going through some big changes right now. As the region cements its reputation as a powerhouse for electrification, digitalisation, and advanced manufacturing, the way companies hire and the skills they need are shifting fast. For senior leaders, understanding these changes is key to keeping their teams competitive and […]
NAA Member News: Siemens – the Turning Point in Industrial Automation: Bringing Generative AI to the Shopfloor
From 20 years to just three years – that’s how dramatically factory floor experience has plummeted since 2019. This shift creates significant challenges: But here’s where it gets interesting: We’re not just filling this gap – we’re transforming it into an opportunity. By combining decades of industrial expertise with the power of Generative AI, we’re creating […]
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 […]
