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British metals manufacturers report mounting costs and worsening recruitment pressures. A UK Metals Council survey of 200 companies highlights expensive raw materials, trade friction and skilled labour shortages as the industry proposes eight policy priorities.
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British automotive researchers seek stronger routes from laboratory to production. SMMT’s survey of 31 specialist businesses identifies commercialisation finance, electricity costs and site readiness as obstacles to retaining investment and advanced manufacturing in Britain.
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LogiPharma will introduce a dedicated Air Cargo Hub in 2027. The 50 sq m area will bring airlines, airports and pharmaceutical supply chain leaders together for discussions covering capacity, costs, direct-to-airline models and the movement of temperature-sensitive medicines.
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Thales finds connected devices lead critical infrastructure cyber exposure rankings. Sector research identifies IoT, cloud storage and cloud infrastructure as commonly cited targets, alongside growing credential theft.
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MPE UK relies on Apex Dynamics gearboxes in packaging machinery. The Derbyshire OEM describes replacing an earlier supplier and standardising precision planetary gearboxes across its equipment.
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Thurston Group is expanding specialist manufacturing capacity in East Yorkshire. A 1,250m² Ottringham facility will support blast-resistant and equipment-housing production, with 55 jobs planned.
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Infineon expands its power MOSFET range for high-frequency converter designs. The OptiMOS 7 devices target server and telecom power stages with lower conduction losses, switching charges and compact packaging.
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Intertronics introduces an enclosed chamber for repeatable ultraviolet curing processes. The IUV301 combines selectable LED wavelengths, adjustable irradiance, timed exposure and interlocked operator shielding for laboratory and production work.
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Siemens delivers integrated systems for India’s Pune Metro Line 3. The 23-kilometre corridor combines CBTC signalling, third-rail electrification and communications, with passenger services scheduled from 4 November.
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Sonoco will modernise its Richmond mill through phased industrial investment. The $40m programme will upgrade sheet formation, pulping and automation while increasing recycled paperboard capacity.
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