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NAA Update from the NAA’s new Chief Executive, Paul Jones
I will open this month’s newsletter by firstly saying how proud I am to be joining the NAA as Chief Executive and to be able to bring my 30+ years of professional experience in the North West’s automotive industry to the table for benefit of our members… Secondly, I want to say a big thank […]
In the Driving Seat: Paul Jones, Chief Executive, NAA
Here’s your chance to find out more about Paul Jones, the NAA’s new Chief Executive; Paul’s business advice is to ‘always expect the unexpected and try to be prepared to deal with it’ – which seems very appropriate at this time… NamePaul Jones CompanyNAA PositionChief Executive Apart from that Chartered Engineer, Fellow of the Institution […]
NAA Member Profile: 3DGBIRE
3DGBIRE Ltd provides additive manufacturing solutions (3D printing) for industry… Company Name 3DGBIRE Ltd Where are you based? Chorley, Lancashire What do you do? Provide additive manufacturing solutions for industry What markets are you in? Automotive, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Packaging What can you offer to NAA members? Solutions to save time and money through […]
NAA Events/Training: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
In line with the latest official guidance, the NAA has taken the decision to postpone all networking events and workshops that were planned in the coming weeks until further notice… This status will continue to be monitored closely, as with the continued spread of COVID-19, the working landscape both within the UK and across the […]
NAA Events Review: Cyber Security Webinar
This month saw the NAA return to the delivery of online events, since our first webinar back in June 2019. The move towards virtual events is in direct response to the restrictions in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the NAA will continue to deliver online events in the short term… The Cyber Security […]
NAA Member News: 3DGBIRE and Briggs Automotive Company (BAC) Announce Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) Partnership
3DGBIRE and Briggs Automotive Company (BAC) have announced a new partnership to enable the continued adoption of 3D Printing to enable supercar design and production… BAC began its additive manufacturing journey with the launch of the Mono R – a higher-performance, lighter and more advanced new generation of the iconic Mono. Using the combined resources […]
NAA Member News: Quickgrind featured in The Parliamentary Review
Quickgrind Ltd designs, develops and manufactures solid carbide and high-performance steel cutting tools for companies all around the world. Managing Director Ross Howell told The Parliamentary Review about Quickgrind’s tools, which are available both off the shelf and custom-designed… Quickgrind Ltd delivers its tooling expertise to the aerospace, automotive and engineering sectors – as well […]
NAA News: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Business Support
As the responsible automotive cluster for the North West, Yorkshire & Humber, the Northern Automotive Alliance (NAA) has a social responsibility to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, and maintain business support throughout. We have put together a package of information from both national Government, and local Government, via regional County Councils, and Local […]
NAA Update: New NAA Chief Executive announcement and coronavirus update
I’d like to open this month’s newsletter with the exciting news that Paul Jones, my successor as Chief Executive, has this week started with the NAA!… Paul brings with him a wealth of automotive industry experience spanning over 30 years, across roles with Foden Trucks and Bentley, and is currently the Chair of the IMechE’s […]
NAA News: Morson Group announced as NAA talent partner
The Morson Group has cemented its commitment to providing a 360-degree talent solution to the automotive industry and supporting an intensifying competition for talent as it partners with the Northern Automotive Alliance (NAA)… As a global leader in people solutions, the Morson Group operates in some of the most technical sectors – including manufacturing, engineering, […]
