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Industry News: Greater Manchester company develops the UK’s most affordable electric vehicle
MeV, a Greater Manchester company, has spent the past two years designing and developing a low cost electric vehicle that can retail at the same price as an average car, for example an eight year old hatchback, rather than competing on price with new vehicle… The MeV BeeAnywhere is claimed to be the UK’s most […]
NAA Update: A transitional period for both UK automotive and the NAA
Rowan shares some news about the NAA, forthcoming events, and of course Brexit… As the UK’s exit from the EU came and went last week, and the transition period set out in the Withdrawal Agreement commenced, little changed for UK businesses as yet another Brexit deadline passed. The focus now shifts to the end of […]
In the Driving Seat: Michael Doyle, Managing Principal, Polaris True North Consultancy Ltd.
Michael Doyle, Managing Principal, Polaris True North Consultancy Ltd, appears to be able to find time to compete in Ironman events despite having four daughters!… NameMichael Doyle CompanyPolaris True North Consultancy Ltd. PositionManaging Principal Apart from thatMember of the NEAA, British Triathlon and British Cycling. Association with NAAI first engaged with the NAA whilst working […]
NAA Member Profile: Ribble Technology (Preston) Ltd
Ribble Technology (Preston) Ltd specialises in paint stripping and metal surface treatments… Company NameRibble Technology (Preston) Ltd Where are you based?Preston What do you do?Paint stripping and metal surface treatments What markets are you in?Industrial, Automotive, Aerospace What can you offer to NAA members?A unique blast free paint and coating removal service which does not […]
NAA Event Review: AUTO 4.0, The Hartree Centre STFC Laboratory
It was a full house for the joint networking event and A.U.T.O. 4.0 Project multiplier event… Over the last couple of years, the NAA has been working with partners from Germany, Italy and Spain on the AUTO 4.0 project. The aim of the project was to identify the key skills competencies that will be needed […]
NAA Member News: Bentley Motors opens applications for 76 trainees and an eco-friendly water system
Bentley Motors opens applications for a 76-strong apprentice, undergraduate and graduate intake for 2020 as well as opening a new water recycling system at its site in Crewe… As Bentley Motors begins its next 100 years, the most sought-after luxury car brand in the world is looking to the future as it opens applications for […]
NAA Member News: Senseye launches industrial intelligence tool to guide manufacturing and maintenance transformation
Senseye, the leading provider of cloud-based predictive maintenance software for Industry 4.0 has launched a groundbreaking intelligence service providing industrial organisations with valuable insight to increase factory throughput, extend machine life and improve the safety and sustainability of manufacturing environments… An industry first, Senseye ROI is a free online ROI calculator tool providing bespoke analysis […]
Industry News: SMMT – A crucial time for UK Automotive
After all of the dramatic previous attempts to pass the withdrawal agreement bill through the House of Commons, the landmark legislation quietly gained royal assent in January ahead of leaving the European Union on Friday 31 January… Of course, the transition period set out in the Withdrawal Agreement with the EU means that we will […]
NAA Update: Merry Christmas and an unpredictable New Year
As 2019 closes to an end, it’s a good time to reflect on the year that has past, on what has been achieved, and of course what the future holds (even though it still seems that it will be a somewhat unpredictable New Year!)… For the NAA, and for many of its members, 2019 has […]
In the Driving Seat: Dave Kerr, 3DGBIRE
In advance of a forthcoming NAA event at 3DGBIRE Ltd, here’s your chance to find out more about Dave Kerr, Business Development Manager… NameDave Kerr Company3DGBIRE Ltd PositionBusiness Development Manager Association with NAA New member Why did you join the NAA?To collaborate with other members within the industry Personal hobbies, interestsFootball, going on holiday, playing […]












