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NAA Member News: Valuechain Virtual Learning Factory: Metaverse for Industrial Training
Valuechain and partner Simulanis have developed an exciting new “Virtual Learning Factory” that tackles the manufacturing skills gap head-on. It provides an engaging and immersive environment for learners to elevate their skills with the latest digital technologies. Developed with the support of Ufi VocTech Trust, the platform ensures an unmatched learning experience that helps skill-seekers […]
NAA Member Event: ‘Go from idea to prototype in 12 hours’: 3D Printing Accelerator @ PrintCity Network, 29 November & 1 December
3D Printing is one of the most exciting, emerging technologies of the 21st century and Manchester Met is at the forefront of making this technology accessible to businesses by helping them understand how to use and benefit from its application. Starting at the end of November, Manchester Met is holding a 3D Printing Accelerator at […]
Industry News: Institute of Export & International Trade (IOE&IT) UK Single Trade Window survey
Acting as the interlocutor between government and industry, The Institute of Export & International Trade(IOE&IT) is asking you to share your thoughts and feedback about the implementation of the new UK Single Trade Window. The government is keen to hear from traders about what they want from the programme and we encourage you to share your views […]
NAA Update: The NAA Award Winners 2022!
Congratulations to the NAA Award Winners 2022: The Abbey Group, The Blair Project, Briggs Automotive Company (BAC), Klarius Products and NanoSUN, with The Abbey Group winning the overall NAA Company of the Year Award. Welcome to this month’s newsletter and I hope that you are all keeping well. Let me start with an update on […]
In the Driving Seat: Keith Philburn, Abbey Group
Keith Philburn, Head of External Sales, Abbey Group, addresses the tricky issue of the hierarchy of personal life priorities including football, golf, F1, darts, and time with the family. Name Keith Philburn Company Abbey Group Position Head of External Sales Association with NAA 3 months Why did you join the NAA? To network with delegates […]
NAA Training: IATF16949:2016 Lead Auditor, 28th Nov – 2nd Dec
This course is designed for auditors managing an organisation’s internal audit programme and those undertaking 2nd party audits within the supply chain. IATF16949:2016 Lead Auditor Course Length: 5 Days Next Course: – Virtual – / 28th Nov – 2nd Dec This course is designed for auditors managing an organisation’s internal audit programme and those undertaking […]
NAA Member News: Autac Products to invest £2.8 million to develop new manufacturing facility
Macclesfield-based Autac Products Ltd is set to invest £2.8 million in the town to develop a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. The new facility is a sizeable 12,500 square feet, and will nearly triple the floor space when added to the business’ existing premises on London Road. This new additional site at Guildford House on Lyme […]
NAA Member News: Briggs Automotive Company Launches Mono Art Car Challenge
British supercar manufacturer Briggs Automotive Company (BAC) and pioneering automotive artist Paperlegend collaborate to launch unique Mono Art Challenge ahead of the Sleeping With Art: The Art of Cars event taking place 25-26 October at Hedsor House. The BAC Mono is already a highly unique, technologically-advanced supercar that is truly One of a Kind, and […]
NAA Member News: Jaguar Land Rover unveils Future Skills Programme to train 29,000 for modern luxury, all-electric future
Jaguar Land Rover has announced a global upskilling drive, in a bid to train 29,000 people in the next three years for its connected and data capabilities, and to support the rapid transition to electrification. The company’s Future Skills Programme will see more than 10,000 Jaguar Land Rover and franchised retailer employees in the UK, […]
NAA Member News: ULEMCo Completes First Hydrogen / HVO Dual-Fuel Conversion
ULEMCo, the hydrogen fuel pioneer, has completed its first hydrogen dual-fuel conversion in which HVO – hydrotreated vegetable oil – is used on the vehicle rather than diesel. The waste collection truck for Keenan Recycling gives the opportunity to show best in class “environmental sustainability” by combining the use of hydrogen to reduce tailpipe emissions […]
