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Other News: Skills Barometer 2025
New-look employees who break the mould are helping businesses address skills gaps across the region, according to the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology (IoT). The IoT is a collaboration of eight colleges, three universities and businesses across Lancashire and Cumbria, coming together to provide technical training. Employers feedback their skills needs and the IoT […]
Other News: T Level Results Day 2025: A new generation of engineers gears up for industry
As students across the country received their T Level results last month, a new wave of skilled, work-ready talent is set to enter the world of engineering and manufacturing. T Levels are two-year technical qualifications for 16 -19 year olds, developed in collaboration with employers to equip students with the knowledge, practical skills, and real-world […]
In the Driving Seat: Chris Ratter, Grooveliner
Chris Ratter is Director of Grooveliner, a company offering a tow hitch-mounted electric e-bike rack, but Chris also has an interesting history including competing in the 2014 Dakar Rally in an 18-tonne Renault truck… Name Chris Ratter Company Grooveliner Position Director Apart from that Director Xceed Motorsport (off-road driver training and off-road racing vehicle preparation). […]
NAA Events Sep-Nov 2025
Members’ Virtual Roundtable 11 September / 11:00 – 12:00 / Teams A great way to network from your office, car or on the move! NAA Annual Networking Dinner & Business Awards 18 September Crewe Hall, Cheshire Networking Event Hosted by O&H Vehicle Conversions Goole, East Yorkshire 23 October / 12:00 – 15:15 Includes networking lunch […]
Other Events October 2025
MIA CTS – The Motorsport Engineering and Technology Show 15 – 16 October 2025 10:00 – 17:00 / 10:00 – 16:00 Silverstone, Northamptonshire MIA CTS – the UK’s leading Motorsport Engineering & Technology Show returns to the Silverstone Wing on 15-16 October 2025. Explore exhibitors and features who will be showcasing their latest products with innovative displays, […]
NAA Update: Industrial Strategy has automotive at its heart
Let’s begin with some good news following the publication of the long-awaited Industrial Strategy last month – one with automotive at its heart – it’s the policy framework the sector has long-fought for and government has now addressed. Such a strategy – long-term, cross-Government and aligned to a trade strategy is the basis on which […]
NAA Member News: 3D 360 – 5 Years On: From PPE Response to Manufacturing Training Leader
Celebrating its fifth anniversary, the award-winning training provider highlights impact with 2,000+ learners and £2 million in social value. As a proud member of the Northern Automotive Alliance (NAA), 3D 360 Ltd is committed to addressing critical skills gaps across the region’s automotive sector through practical, industry-led training and a focus on emerging technologies. What […]
NAA Member News: Bentley – Automotive Early Careers Ball: Sponsorship Opportunity
An Automotive Early Careers Ball is being proposed by a team of degree apprentices, and organisations are being invited to sponsor the event. Across the UK, there are many opportunities for networking amongst early careers, and within the automotive industry, but there is a gap in combining the two. The Automotive Early Careers Ball is […]
NAA Member News: Bentley Motors publishes its first-ever Impact Report
Last month, Bentley Motors published its first-ever Impact Report from the Bentley Environmental Foundation, marking a significant milestone on the second anniversary of the award-winning initiative. The report details the Foundation’s growing global footprint, delivered in collaboration with ten strategic partners, all united by a shared vision to address some of the most urgent global […]
NAA Member News: Brabners – Navigating VLO sentencing: A proactive approach to health & safety protections
Management teams across the automotive industry are set to feel the impact of recent changes to safety fines for big businesses. Claire Burrows, partner in the regulatory and professional conduct team at purpose-led law firm Brabners, explains how a proactive approach to tackling new rules will put them on the front foot. Regardless of job […]
