NDMA members are invited to revisit Numatic International for an update on their sitewide continuous improvement Now operating across a 7 acre site in Chard, Numatic International is a Southwest manufacturing success story spanning more than 50 years, and one that never stops innovating and developing. Members had the chance to witness new production lines […]
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Ideal for developing staff, engaging apprentices and inspiring trainees, or just refreshing skills, the NDMA Business Improvement Workshops are an opportunity to explore real-life manufacturing processes and challenges. NDMA members can access the expert-led workshops for a nominal cover charge of just £15 per delegate. Those wishing to place more than two candidates, and non-members
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The flagship Devon Chamber event takes place in Plymouth on 22nd May Open to Devon Chamber members and ALL businesses based in Devon, the Devon Chamber awards honour and celebrate the county’s most innovative, resilient, and community-minded organisations. They’ll be honouring all our winners and finalists during a glittering ceremony at Crowne Plaza Plymouth on Friday 22 May – and tickets
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The Engineering Trust has successfully concluded a highly engaging programme of events for National Apprenticeship Week 2026, partnering with four leading manufacturing and engineering companies across North Devon. 9–15 February 2026 More than 100 attendees took part in a series of onsite open evenings designed to showcase the breadth of engineering career opportunities available in
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Book your funded place on the next NDMA Business Improvement Workshop on 18th April! This half-day event helps to evaluate the benefits and challenges of Lean and Six-Sigma principles, within a group environment. Funded places for NDMA members! Places are priced at £300 per delegate + VAT, but NDMA members can receive up to two funded places on
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Members are invited to attend the NDMA’s Annual General Meeting This year’s AGM will be held at Tex Plastics in Barnstaple, including a best-practice factory tour and light refreshments. As a volunteer-run members’ organisation, North Devon Manufacturers Association undertakes a formal AGM each year – an opportunity to review the past year’s achievements and ratify
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Business Action Magazine invites manufacturers to enter North Devon’s independent business awards With an exciting variety of categories celebrating the best of business in and around North Devon, the annual awards, promoted by quarterly business magazine Business Action, are open for entries. The promoters have identified several categories suited to manufacturers in particular: Apprentice Achiever –
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Now in its 12th year, the Enginuity Skills Awards celebrate the students, apprentices, employers, teams and educators shaping the future of the UK engineering and manufacturing sector. Whether through digital transformation or skills development, we welcome entries from those driving productivity, sustainability, diversity and growth. Showcase your achievements, share your story, and gain national recognition.
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The popular Efficiency vs Effectiveness Business Improvement Workshop returns on 4th Feb Book now to get up to two funded places as an NDMA member and take advantage of a great opportunity to upskill your team! Click below for bookings:
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The National Manufacturing Conference will take place on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Over 700 delegates will come together at the QEII Centre in London to network and gain valuable insights. Hear from expert speakers in keynote sessions and panel discussions and dive deeper in a selection of breakout sessions. Watch the event teaser video here: Find out more and register
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