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NAA Member News: RARUK Automation – New Off-the-Shelf and Modular Palletisers Available
End-of-line palletising is a task commonly automated across a range of industries, due to bottlenecks and the risk of repetitive strain injury (RSI) to workers. RARUK Automation can now offer two simple approaches to palletising automation, from partner Robotiq. RARUK Automation is the exclusive UK representative for Robotiq, a Canadian manufacturer of end-of-arm tooling and […]
NAA Member News: University of Greater Manchester – Shaping Future Manufacturing Skills Survey
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 shop floor. […]
NAA Member News: UTAC appointed as a Technical Service for the GB Type Approval Scheme
UTAC has been appointed by the VCA as a Technical Service for the GB Type Approval Scheme, expanding our existing VCA designations and adding to our existing portfolio of certification designations. This strengthens our global certification capabilities and reinforces our commitment to high-quality, efficient services. Our global facilities, including the Millbrook Proving Ground and Leyland […]
Other News: Leyland Trucks’ Lancashire factory now capable of producing 30 electric trucks every day thanks to APC funding
Leyland Trucks has achieved a major milestone for UK electric light and heavy-duty truck manufacturing, with its factory based in Lancashire now capable of producing 30 battery electric trucks every day! This impressive achievement is the result of ZETTA, a £5.1 million project with a £2.6 million government grant funded through the Advanced Propulsion Centre […]
NAA Member News: Bear Safety – Dusty & Low-Visibility Environments: Why Projected Signage Shines
In industrial settings, dust isn’t just a cleaning concern – it’s a safety issue. From aggregates to automotive, many manufacturing and logistics sites deal with airborne particles, heavy machinery, and constant foot traffic. These conditions cause floor surfaces to accumulate dust, oil, and debris, which can quickly obscure traditional floor markings and safety signage. Painted […]
NAA Member News: Brabners – Autumn Budget 2025: Key changes for automotive businesses
Caroline Litchfield, partner and head of Manufacturing & Supply Chain at independent law firm Brabners, sets out the priority areas that automotive companies should consider as they assess the Budget’s impact on their operations and planning. The Autumn Budget has brought regulatory and tax changes that will significantly impact the automotive landscape. While the government’s […]
NAA Member News: Leyland Trucks expands award-winning apprenticeship scheme with 21 new recruits
Leyland Trucks has welcomed 21 new apprentices to its award-winning scheme, further strengthening its commitment to developing homegrown talent. Applications opened in January and attracted more than 800 candidates. Following a rigorous selection process, 21 apprentices joined the business – marking another significant intake for one of the UK’s most respected apprenticeship programmes. This year’s […]
NAA Member News: Liverpool Lifesciences UTC – STEM Racing Team inviting sponsorship from NAA members
The STEM Racing Team is a team of engineering students from Liverpool Life Sciences UTC taking part in the STEM Racing UK competition. STEM Racing is an initiative endorsed by Formula 1, designed to inspire young people into STEM careers by challenging teams to design, develop, and manufacture a miniature F1 car. Working in teams […]
NAA Member News: Award Winner! Outstanding Commitment to the Environment
We are delighted to share that Oil Recoveries has won the Outstanding Commitment to the Environment Award at the Employer’s Excellence Awards 2025, in partnership with Metro. The award recognises organisations with an unwavering dedication to preserving our planet and who can demonstrate making a positive impact on the environment. This fantastic achievement stands as a testament to our […]
NAA Member News: STFC Hartree Centre launches new supercomputer with ten-fold performance increase
The Science and Technology Facilities Council’s (STFC) Hartree Centre has launched Mary Coombs, a new supercomputer designed to accelerate innovation across UK industry. Housed within STFC’s new £30 million Supercomputing Centre at Daresbury Laboratory, the system is named in honour of Mary Coombs, the UK’s first female commercial programmer. The GPU-driven machine delivers a ten-fold […]
