Airbus’ A320 family is poised to become the world’s most-delivered commercial aircraft, overtaking Boeing’s long-standing lead with the 737 series. According to aviation consultancy Cirium, and reported by Bloomberg, the European manufacturer is now just 20 units away from surpassing Boeing’s lifetime total of 12,175 aircraft deliveries. Boeing has held the top spot for nearly…
The UK Strategic Defence Review (SDR), published 2 June 2025, sets out a bold, long-term vision to respond to an increasingly dangerous global security landscape. With war in Europe, heightened Russian aggression, daily cyber threats, and rapid advances in military technology, the UK must now prepare for a new era of modern warfare. The SDR…
Today’s news regarding President Trump’s tariff announcement could have a profound impact on UK-made cars. While it’s not surprising, it’s certainly a cause for concern. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has highlighted the urgency for the UK and US auto industries to engage in productive talks. Here’s why this matters: – The…
**Royal Navy Launches Latest Astute Class Submarine – Agamemnon** ⚓ The Royal Navy’s newest Astute Class submarine, *Agamemnon*, has been launched at BAE Systems’ shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. Named after the legendary Greek king, *Agamemnon* is the sixth of seven Astute Class submarines, all designed and built at the Barrow shipyard. The 97-metre nuclear-powered vessel,…
**JLR Invests £500m to Transform Halewood Factory for Electric Vehicle Production** ⚡ Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a £500m investment to modernise its historic Halewood plant, originally built in 1963. This transformation will enable the parallel production of electric vehicles (EVs), alongside current combustion and hybrid models. With £250m already invested, the site has…
UK Manufacturing Leads the Charge in Digital Transformation Great news for the UK manufacturing industry! A recent report revealed that our sector is embracing digital transformation at an impressive rate. Nearly all manufacturers (91%) are implementing or planning smart factory initiatives to optimize operations and boost efficiency. This digital revolution is driven by a…
The UK Engineering and Manufacturing Industry, the associated Supply Chain, and SME Community are urging for better representation within the UK Government to create a strategic plan for prosperity and industrial success, not just for the next election but for our future generations. Clink the link and confirm your e-mail address to support this.
British industry will build 15% by value of each of the 3,000-plus planned F-35s, creating and sustaining more than 20,000 jobs across the UK. From the Martin-Baker ejection seat to the Cobham refuelling probe and BAE Systems-built horizontal tails, every F-35 has British parts incorporated from nose to tail. Ultra Electronics, Collins Aerospace…
The UK manufacturing sector was the largest contributor to production output in June 2023, which in turn was the largest contributor to GDP growth, according to the latest ONS figures. The UK economy grew by a modest 0.5 per cent in June 2023, following a fall of 0.1 per cent in May. The largest contributor to…
Productivity in the UK has been stagnating since the 2008 financial crisis, lagging behind many other comparable economies. Successive UK governments have tried to solve this puzzle but with little success so far. According to the Financial Times, lower productivity rates can be attributed to the country’s longstanding problems like low investment and skills gaps…