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NAA Member News: Klarius Products – How rising vehicle complexity is redefining aftermarket quality
Modern vehicles are evolving at a rapid pace. Stricter emissions legislation, advances in materials, and the growing integration of electronic systems are transforming the way cars are designed, built, and maintained. For drivers, this often translates into cleaner, quieter, and more efficient vehicles. For the aftermarket, however, it presents a different kind of challenge. As […]
NAA Member News: LTE Group – Technical Excellence College for Digital Technologies to be Created in Greater Manchester
The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester have been awarded Technical Excellence College (TEC) status for Digital Technologies. The TEC in Greater Manchester is one of 19 projects announced by the Government, which will collectively provide 65,000 learners across the country with access to the high-level technical skills needed to access well-paid, high-skilled jobs. Backed by […]
NAA Member News: RARUK Automation – Automation For Everyone
As automation solution specialists, our brand-new company video offers an insight into how we go above and beyond for our customers. From innovative solutions and expert support to training, with dedicated sales and technical teams for every automation need. Watch the full video to discover RARUK Automation. RARUK Automation is a trusted automation distributor, specialising in cutting-edge […]
NAA Member News: Scantime Becomes WAGO’s Official UK Training Partner
Scantime, the UK’s leading independent PLC training provider, has announced a training partnership with WAGO, the global leader in modular automation and interconnection technology. Under the agreement, Scantime becomes WAGO’s UK training partner and an approved reseller within Scantime’s Partner Reseller Programme. The partnership means that any company with an existing WAGO account can now […]
NAA Member News: ULEMCo HEA Case Study
ULEMCo was featured as a case study in the latest ‘State of the Hydrogen Nation Report’ from the Hydrogen Energy Association (HEA). It highlighted the skills challenges faced by hydrogen SMEs in the growing hydrogen energy sector. The report mentioned key points including: • ULEMCo’s technology incorporates engineering, hydrogen safety, vehicle integration and emerging clean-energy […]
In the Driving Seat: Darren Andrew, CoByEx
This is your chance to find out more about Darren Andrew, Business Development Manager, CoByEx, and his interests including motorsport and Romanian rescue dogs… Name Darren Andrew Company CoByEx Position Business Development Manager Apart from that Business: Members of the Motorsport Industry Association (MIA), British Superyacht, Motorsport 2 Business, MBP (Mark Blundell Partnerships) NUFC Business […]
NAA Event Review: Element Materials Technology
Our latest networking event last month saw us visit NAA member Element Materials Technology at their Wednesbury facility, where we were welcomed by Sara Moore, Business Development Associate and Natalie Phelan, Technical Manager. Delegates were first given an overview of Element’s history, from its formation in 2010 as a carve-out of the testing and inspection […]
NAA Events May – September 2026
NAA Webinar Hosted by Interpath 14 May / 11:00 – 12:00 / Microsoft Teams “Key Trends and Issues in the Automotive Sector” Interpath will provide insights into the current trends impacting the automotive manufacturing sector and supply chain in the UK and the challenges it is seeing in Germany and the wider automotive industry. Interpath […]
Other Events May – September 2026
Wenzel UK Open Day Loughborough 28 May / 10:00 – 14:00 You’re invited to the Wenzel UK Open Day As we open the doors to our new Wymeswold office, we are pleased to invite you to an exclusive Open Day showcasing the latest in Wenzel measurement technology, expert insight from across the group, and the […]
NAA Training Courses May 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.












