The Manufacturer Podcast

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Where The Manufacturer gives voice to the inspiring people in the manufacturing sector, in the UK and beyond.

  1. The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 04/03/2026

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    The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 04/03/2026

    Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 04 March. - The Spring Statement: what’s in it for manufacturers? - Aurrigo granted licence to provide ground handling services at East Midlands Airport - The unsung engine of UK industry: why resilient SMEs are key to keeping manufacturing moving - CSconnected announces £1m investment in final call to supply chain development programme - Babcock’s Festival of Engineering fires up Bristol’s young innovators Head over to The Manufacturer website now to read the full stories. #UKmfg #UKmanufacturing #shoutaboutukmfg #supportukmfg

    2 min
  2. The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 03/03/2026

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    The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 03/03/2026

    Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 03 March. - UK Manufacturing PMI: Industry growth holds steady as exports surge - Make UK – Industry chief calls for new national vision for resilience - Leonardo secures £1bn UK MoD contract to build 23 AW149 helicopters in Yeovil - X-Cel Group completes MBO backed by £35m funding package - Why UK manufacturers must rethink competitiveness for 2026 Head over to The Manufacturer website now to read the full stories. #UKmfg #UKmanufacturing #shoutaboutukmfg #supportukmfg

    2 min
  3. The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 02/03/2026

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    The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 02/03/2026

    Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 02 March. - The Manufacturer Magazine Q1 2026 is OUT NOW! - Britain’s £518bn manufacturing sector invisible to TikTok generation - Tata Power and University of Warwick forge strategic alliance to boost new energy systems innovation - Op-ed: Why Wales holds the key to Britain’s industrial future - Aviation expert named Ambassador of the Year for putting the West Midlands on the global map Head over to The Manufacturer website now to read the full stories. #UKmfg #UKmanufacturing #shoutaboutukmfg #supportukmfg

    2 min

  4. 5D AGO

    How To Help SMEs Diversify

    In this latest episode of The Manufacturer Podcast, we are given an outline of how SME manufacturers can benefit from the Supply Chain Transition Programme. Steve Bowyer is the head of the West Midlands Investment Zone at the West Midlands Combined Authority. The organisation launched the initiative in late 2025, in partnership with local councils and academic institutions.   It provides fully funded support for manufacturers,particularly those operating within sunset industries, with the capability and ambition to diversify. This is with the aim to improve resilience and strengthen supply chains forlight electric vehicles, battery manufacturing, health & med tech, modern methods of construction, aerospace and other green industries. Steve spoke to us about the background and ambitions for the West Midlands Investment Zone and the future opportunities for manufacturing in the area. We also run through some recent stories on The Manufacturer website from this week, including defence focused news with a new defence tech college in Wales. There's also a new approach to digital transformation at Sheffield Forgemasters, and Atlas Copco has harnessed artificial intelligence (AI) to validate EV battery integrity and safety. Recent tariff news from the US also grabs our attention, as the situation changes once more following the US Supreme Courts ruling that President's Trumps tariffs are unlawful. We have another visit from Sam Cain with his 'Shopfloor Whisper.' Today Sam discusses the often talked about energy crisis, which continues to impact the running of UK facilities. How do service providers view this challenge? And is there much they can do beyond sympathising with their manufacturing clients? And an unfortunate fire alarm experience for Joe and Molly is the subject of this week's 'Made by a Moron.'

    40 min
  5. The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 26/02/2026

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    The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 26/02/2026

    Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 26 February. - Aircraft orders surge 71% in January as aerospace demand rebounds - Babcock hits back-to-back milestones in Type 31 frigate programme - Suntory unveils new £25m manufacturing line at Coleford facility - British mattress manufacturer seeks to tackle farmers being paid 'mere pennies' for fleece - British Engines Group acquires 42 Technology to accelerate growth and expand innovation capabilities Head over to The Manufacturer website now to read the full stories. #UKmfg #UKmanufacturing #shoutaboutukmfg #supportukmfg

    2 min
  6. The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 25/02/2026

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    The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 25/02/2026

    Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 25 February.- New Make UK research shows Industry needs to double down on tackling wellbeing and workplace stress - BAE Systems and Frankenburg Technologies team up to advance counter-drone tech - Chemistry in a crisis: manufacturing for humanitarian needs - Fox’s Burton’s Companies, delivers strong 2024/2025 performance as innovation powers growth - QIC Trims boosts capacity with new eco-friendly paint line Head over to The Manufacturer website now to read the full stories. #UKmfg #UKmanufacturing #shoutaboutukmfg #supportukmfg

    2 min
  7. The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 24/02/2026

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    The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 24/02/2026

    Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 24 February.- Urgent intervention needed on energy costs for critical sector, warns Ceramics UK - Atlas Copco advances EV battery manufacturing with AI - Specialist Glass Products undergoes period of significant investment and growth - ‘Home sweet home’ as Alucast makes £1.8m industrial estate purchase - Sheffield Forgemasters trials The Quorum Principle for digital transformation programme Head over to The Manufacturer website now to read the full stories. #UKmfg #UKmanufacturing #shoutaboutukmfg #supportukmfg

    2 min
  8. The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 23/02/2026

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    The Manufacturer Daily News Digest - 23/02/2026

    Here are the latest UK manufacturing stories on The Manufacturer website today, 23 February. - Wales to host new defence tech college as £50m growth deal targets autonomous systems - British Steel starts 24-7 rail operations after securing major new high-speed deal for Türkiye - High energy prices stifling UK manufacturing – report - Op-ed: Engineering the EV battery pack – how advanced foams can support range and safety - JCB expands community giving with new charity partnerships across UK Head over to The Manufacturer website now to read the full stories. #UKmfg #UKmanufacturing #shoutaboutukmfg #supportukmfg

    2 min
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Where The Manufacturer gives voice to the inspiring people in the manufacturing sector, in the UK and beyond.

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  • Creator
    The Manufacturer
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    206
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