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NAA Event Review: Grant Thornton Webinar – The UK Economy and its Impact on Automotive
We hosted our most recent webinar event, “The UK Economy and its Impact on Automotive”, earlier this month in conjunction with Grant Thornton. Owen Edwards, Head of Downstream Automotive for Grant Thornton, took delegates through the current status and future outlook for our sector, starting with a current overview of the UK economy. We learned […]
Event Review: SMMT Electrified 2025
Car manufacturers expressed their views about the UK electric vehicle (EV) landscape, and in particular the ZEV mandate, at the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) Electrified 2025 industry conference – and the clock is ticking for the government to take action (and this was before Trump’s tariffs announcement). Although there was support for […]
NAA Events April & May 2025
Networking Event Hosted by Ford Halewood Transmissions 24 April / 12:00 – 15:30 Includes networking lunch and site tour This event is now fully booked. Contact Zoe to be added to the reserve list. Member’s Virtual Roundtable 30 April / 11:00 – 12:00 / Teams A great way to network from your office, car or on the […]
Other Events May – November 2025
Engineering Final Year Major Projects Showcase University of Greater Manchester (University of Bolton) 7 May We are delighted to invite you to the Engineering Final Year Major Projects Showcase at the University of Greater Manchester (University of Bolton) on Wednesday, 7 May 2025. This event is an excellent opportunity to meet our talented final-year students from the School of Engineering, specialising […]
NAA Training Courses June – December 2025
IATF16949:2016 Internal Auditor – 16/17 June – Booking closes 4 May SPC – 3 July – Booking closes 21 May APQP – 17 September – Booking closes 5 August PPAP – 6 November – Booking closes 24 September MSA – 11 December – Booking closes 29 October FMEA – Enquire with Zoe for next course date All the above courses are Virtual Full […]
NAA Update: Government industrial and trade strategies promise the delivery of the £2 billion Automotive Transformation Fund
Support is needed for Britain’s world-leading commitment to decarbonise road transport, including bold incentives to encourage EV take up, more affordable electricity, significant additional investment in infrastructure, and a clear and consistent message that buying an electric vehicle is the right thing to do. Welcome to this month’s newsletter and I hope you are all […]
NAA Member News: Bentley continues to develop its factory for an electric future as construction begins on Integrated Logistics Centre
Bentley Motors has officially broken ground on its new Integrated Logistics Centre at its historic Crewe headquarters, marking a crucial step in preparing for the luxury marque’s all-electric future. Designed to enhance operational efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability, the facility will support the production of all future Bentley BEVs, while reinforcing the brand’s commitment to its […]
NAA Member News: Brabners Safety Check: The importance of a proactive approach to health and safety
As we continue to see challenges across the global automotive industry, Lachlan Nisbet, partner in the regulatory and professional conduct team at purpose-led law firm Brabners, looks at how organisations in the North can take a proactive approach to health and safety to enable them to be more competitive. Workplace injuries cost UK businesses over […]
NAA Member News: Element Leads Critical Testing Infrastructure for Global Hydrogen Economy
Element Materials Technology (Element), a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) services, is spearheading the validation of critical technologies needed for the global transition to hydrogen energy. As the world accelerates the development of new energy sources, hydrogen has emerged as a crucial solution for decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors including heavy industry, long-distance transport, […]
NAA Member News: MGS Technical Plastics Adopts a Customer-Centric Sales Approach
MGS Technical Plastics has announced a strategic shift in its sales approach. The team has been utilising a customer-focused model that prioritises support, collaboration, and long-term partnerships. Recognising that modern customers value expertise and service over traditional sales tactics, MGS has evolved its approach to better meet the diverse needs of its clients. Rather than […]
