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NAA Member News: University of Greater Manchester – Accelerate Innovation with Additive Manufacturing CPD Programmes
The Centre for Advanced Manufacturing (CfAM) at the University of Greater Manchester is offering a suite of IOM3-approved CPD programmes designed to help businesses across the North West leverage additive manufacturing (AM) to boost innovation, capability, and competitiveness. These one-day, in-person courses provide practical, industry-focused training covering the full AM workflow. From design strategies and […]
Other News: How Ready is your Organisation for AI? Lancashire Businesses: Participate in Regional AI Research
Lancashire County Council and Code Institute are conducting research to understand where Lancashire businesses stand with AI and we’d like your participation. Complete a FREE AI Readiness Check and get a personalised report showing where your business stands and what to do next. • Understand your current AI maturity • Identify capability gaps • Get […]
Other News: How to increase cyber resilience in your business and wider supply chain
Recent high profile cyber attacks within the automotive industry are very much a wake up call for the whole automotive industry and its wider supply chain. Every part in the supply chain is a potential vulnerability, from manufacturing lines, third-party logistics and retail websites and locations. A cyber attack, such as a malware or ransomware […]
In the Driving Seat: Robert Murphy, K & M Precision Engineering
You may notice a certain motorbike racing theme in this month’s In the Driving Seat feature about Robert Murphy, Director of K & M Precision Engineering. Name Robert Murphy Company K & M Precision Engineering Position Director Why did you join the NAA? We hope it will be a great way to network with like-minded […]
NAA Event Review: Event Review – O&H Vehicle Conversions
Our latest networking event last month saw us visit Goole-based NAA member O&H Vehicle Conversions, where we were hosted by Managing Director Mark Brickhill and his team. O&H’s 64,000 sq. ft. site is home to the UK’s most experienced team of ambulance builders with flexible production lines, QC inspection areas, and unrivalled servicing. They also […]
NAA Events Nov & Dec 2025
Networking Event Hosted by Burnley College 13 November / 12:00 – 15:30 – LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!! Future Skills for Advanced Manufacturing On Thursday 13 November, Burnley College is hosting a joint networking event in partnership with ourselves (NAA) and the North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA). The event, titled “Future Skills for Advanced Manufacturing”, will […]
Other Events January 2026
Engineering Careers Fair University of Greater Manchester 27 January 2026 / 11:00 – 14:00 The University of Greater Manchester is hosting an Engineering Careers Fair, connecting employers with talented engineering students and graduates ready to launch their careers. The fair provides a focused opportunity to engage directly with emerging engineering talent, with lunch provided for […]
Re-engineering the future: how T Levels are building tomorrow’s engineering workforce
Engineering is one of the most dynamic and fast-evolving sectors in the UK – driven by constant innovation, new technologies and the need to solve global challenges. From aerospace to maritime, automotive to energy, engineers today are designing smarter systems, developing cleaner technologies, and shaping the industries that will define our future. This National Engineering […]
TNUoS Residual Charges Set to Double in 2026
From 1 April 2026, a major shift in the way electricity network costs are recovered will hit UK businesses. Transmission Network Use of System (TNUoS) residual charges, the fixed per-site element of network costs recovered through the standing charge, are set to almost double in a single year. According to the National Energy System Operator’s […]
NAA Update: Government providing JLR with £1.5bn UK Export Finance loan guarantee following cyber incident
The NAA is working with the SMMT to help assess the impact and is currently engaged in discussions with a range of organisations to explore opportunities to support members with their approach to cyber security. Following the cyber incident affecting the UK’s largest automotive employer, JLR, the focus is now on restarting full production in […]
