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In the Driving Seat: Keith Sims, The Electric Van Company Ltd
As well as being an NAA member, Keith Sims, Managing Director of The Electric Van Company Ltd, is also a member of The Guild of Carmen – if you need a quick reminder about what this is, it’s an ancient craft guild and City of London Livery Company representing the transport, logistics and supply chain […]
NAA Event Review: An Automotive Sector Overview
The topic in focus for our latest webinar last month was “An Automotive Sector Overview”, delivered in conjunction with global, multi-award winning financial advisory firm, Interpath. Lee Swinerd – Director, Co-Lead Automotive Sector and Laura Slater – Associate Director, from Interpath were our guest presenters for the event. The event commenced with delegates being given […]
NAA Event Review: NAA Members’ Forum, AMRC North West
Our most recent networking event, held last month, was our inaugural NAA Members’ Forum, held at NAA member AMRC North West’s state-of-the-art facility in Samlesbury, Blackburn. Following extensive member feedback, the event was designed to help members connect with and develop potential new business relationships. It included the opportunity for all of the 40 attending […]
NAA Events Jun – Sep 2026
NAA Networking Event (fully booked – contact Zoe for reserve list) Hosted by Pirelli Tyres, Carlisle 18 June / 12:00 – 16:00 Includes facility tour. NAA Networking Event Hosted by EMR Group, Liverpool 16 July / 09:30 – 12:30 or 13:00 – 16:00 (choose the session that suits you) Includes facility tour. NAA Annual Networking […]
Other Events Jun 2026 – Sep 2027
LIFT 26 Lancashire’s Innovation Funding & Tech Festival Turf Moor, Burnley Football Club 11 June / 10:00 – 16:30 followed by Drinks Reception 16:30 – 18:30 LIFT is Lancashire’s annual innovation, tech and early-stage finance event. It offers ambitious founders, and progressive industry leaders, practical advice and actionable insights to help them drive their companies […]
NAA Training Courses June 2026
The NAA can now offer Lean Manufacturing training within your organisation, along with support to implement or maintain ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. We also offer the following courses (*subject to minimum numbers) IATF16949:2016 Internal Auditor* Core Tools* – APQP / SPC / MSA / FMEA / PPAP Please contact Zoe for more information.
NAA Update: British Industry Competitiveness Scheme launched
The launch of the British Industry Competitiveness Scheme offers the potential to cut some of the world’s highest industrial electricity costs and improve the UK’s investment competitiveness. UK car production proved resilient in March, slipping just ‑0.8% despite supply disruption, weaker export demand and ongoing model changeovers. This stability highlights the sector’s underlying strength at a […]
NAA Member News: Bentley Motors publishes fourth annual Sustainability Report
Last month, Bentley Motors published its fourth annual Sustainability Report, reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, detailing continued progress against its Beyond100+ strategy and setting out a pragmatic, forward-looking approach to delivering sustainable luxury amid a rapidly evolving global landscape. In 2025, Bentley achieved its lowest fleet CO₂ emissions in recent history, maintained carbon neutral operations in Crewe, […]
NAA Member News: Brabners – Managing the automotive industry’s EV transition
Christine Hart, legal director in Brabners’ employment and pensions team, outlines the key legal and workforce considerations for automotive manufacturers navigating uncertainty around the UK’s electric vehicle transition. The UK’s electric vehicle transition hasn’t followed a straightforward path since sales quotas were first introduced in 2024. While the long-term direction of travel towards zero-emission vehicles […]
NAA Member News: Burnley College – Themis Merge Will Supercharge Lancashire’s Workforce Development
North West Business Training and Themis have announced a strategic merger. Operating under the unified Themis brand, the training arm of Burnley College, this merger will consolidate expertise to strengthen workforce development, elevate regional skills and provide Lancashire employers with unmatched access to industry-leading commercial training. This strategic alignment brings together highly qualified experts to […]
