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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 […]
NAA Member News: AMRC – North West Additive Manufacturing Forum
Bringing industry together to drive innovation, collaboration and the growth of additive manufacturing across the North West region. Led by AMRC North West and partners, the North West Additive Manufacturing Forum will cater to a broad audience; from those using polymer 3D printing technologies to innovators in cutting-edge metallic additive manufacturing, across manufacturers, engineering firms, […]
NAA Member News: Brabners – 2026 Automotive Outlook, Preparing for the Road Ahead
Caroline Litchfield, partner and head of manufacturing & supply chain at independent law firm Brabners, explores the key themes, challenges and opportunities facing the automotive industry in 2026. The UK automotive industry enters 2026 in a state of flux. Regulatory changes, technological advances and geopolitical tensions have shaped the sector over the past year – […]
NAA Member News: Burnley College to Benefit from OfS Capital Funding to Revolutionise Engineering and Computing Education
Burnley College has been successful in its bid for a share of the £88.5 million capital funding allocated by the Office for Students (OfS) to universities and colleges across England. As the only college in Lancashire, and one of just two in the North West to secure this funding, Burnley College is set to lead […]
NAA Member News: NAA Member Pendle Polymer Engineering achieves ISO 14001 Certification, supported by fellow NAA Member Pennine Quality Consulting
Pendle Polymer Engineering Ltd, based in Lancashire, is a leading UK manufacturer of precision polymer components, serving sectors including automotive, medical, and industrial engineering. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Pendle Polymer sought to strengthen its environmental credentials by achieving ISO 14001 Environmental Management System certification. The Challenge Pendle Polymer had a mature quality […]
