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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 […]
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 Member News: Autac MD, David Lowe, takes on Kilimanjaro Trek for Prevent Breast Cancer
At Autac, we believe in pushing boundaries – not just in our work, but in supporting causes that are close to our hearts. This year, our Managing Director, David Lowe, is embarking on a remarkable journey to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in support of Prevent Breast Cancer. For David, this trek is deeply personal. It’s a […]
