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NAA Event Review: ‘Balls to That’ – Tackling Mental Health, Morson International, Thursday 12 September 2019
In September we joined Forces with Morson International and Sale Sharks to focus on Mental Health in the workplace. The event held at Morson’s Manchester office was a great success with positive feedback from all who attended. Craig Monaghan, veteran and now team member of Sale Sharks, delivered his powerful ‘Balls to That’ mental health […]
NAA Event Review: Driving Behaviour – a twist and turns safety journey
As the NSG Group held its Annual Safety Day, NGF, a subsidiary of the Group, opened its doors to allow NAA members and visitors to hear about its Health & Safety Journey at its site in St Helens. The NSG Group’s Annual Safety Day is a worldwide event in which every company within the Group […]
Fully Charged North West Christmas Event, Monday 16 December 2019, MOSI, Manchester
As covered elsewhere in this newsletter, Robert Llewellyn has had date changes for the filming of the latest series of Red Dwarf, which now clashes with the NAA Awards Dinner, so Robert can no longer join us this year, however you can still see Robert in Manchester on Monday 16 December 2019. The NAA is […]
The Manufacturing Growth Fund solving problems for North West manufacturing firms
North West small-and-medium manufacturing firms have the opportunity to drive growth in their business says Anne Campion, Manufacturing Lead at the Manufacturing Growth Fund – a specialist grant-backed scheme to help deliver projects which will boost productivity in the region. The North West has a proud and rich history of manufacturing and remains a vital […]
EU Automotive Leaders Unite To Say “No” To ‘No Deal’ Brexit
• Europe’s leading automotive representatives warn of catastrophic consequences of a ‘no deal’ Brexit. • Barrier-free trade crucial for continued success of the deeply integrated pan-European auto sector. • Application of WTO tariffs on cars and vans could mean €5.7bn bill for EU/UK industry and consumers. • Sector calls for no-deal to be ruled out […]
NAA Update: Be prepared for ALL Brexit scenarios
The NAA’s guide to the latest information to help automotive companies with Brexit is included in this month’s update, but away from the B word, there’s good news in the form of the thriving low carbon automotive industry that was showcased at the Cenex LCV show, and have you booked your seat at the Northern […]
NAA Awards: Get ready… for an entertaining evening at the 2019 NAA Awards Dinner – book your table now!
The NAA Awards Dinner is the Northern Automotive networking opportunity of the year, so make sure you’ve booked a seat! The event takes place on Thursday 7November at the Mere near Knutsford in Cheshire, and due to overwhelming positive feedback, our Master of Ceremonies and guest speaker this year is once again Robert Llewellyn, so […]
In the Driving Seat: Adrian Adair, Group COO, Morson
Here’s your chance to find out more about Adrian Adair, Group COO of Morson, including his best motoring moment, which may involve a Vauxhall Nova 1.2-litre… NameAdrian Adair CompanyMorson PositionGroup COO Apart from thatStrategic Advisor – Girls Network Association with NAAStrategic Partner. Successfully recruited NAA’s CEO, Rowan Egan. Supporting other NAA members with strategy and […]
NAA New Member Profile: Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC)
The Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), which originated in Sheffield, has established a new North West base in the centre of Preston and will move into a purpose-built facility on the Samlesbury Enterprise Zone in March 2021. As a world class centre for advanced manufacturing the AMRC has expertise in machining, automation, robotics, digitally assisted […]
NAA Member News: Autac’s MD takes on Everest in fight against breast cancer
Macclesfield-based Autac Products Ltd’s Managing Director David Lowe will be taking on the challenge of a lifetime on 9 November when he treks to the Base Camp of Mount Everest in support of Prevent Breast Cancer… A challenge that is particularly personal since it is in memory of his wife’s sister Julie. David explains why […]
