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The Greater Devon Local Skills Improvement Plan is Here – and it matters for all of us

The Greater Devon Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) 2026-2029 has been published today, and NDMA is proud to be a partner in bringing it to life. Led by Devon Chamber of Commerce as the region’s Employer Representative Body, and approved by the Secretary of State in accordance with the Skills and Post-16 Education Act 2022, […]

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Get on the Northern Devon Makes map

Employment & Skills, Manufacturing / Benjamin Gibbs

North Devon Plus has launched a page dedicated to the Northern Devon Makes map Follow the link below to spend just 30 minutes signing up and entering company details to help raise awareness of your business in schools and colleges and beyond! The ‘Makers Map’ has been developed by the North Devon Futures Economy, Innovation

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Continued transformation shown at Numatic visit

Event news, Manufacturing / Benjamin Gibbs

Numatic International opened its doors to North Devon Manufacturers Association and Plymouth Manufacturing Group for another spellbinding visit Returning to the ‘home of the Henry vacuum cleaner’, delegates were treated to a comprehensive update on the impressive transformation taking place at the 48 acre manufacturing site. Since the groups visited in 2024, the implementation of

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Funded Digital Skills Bootcamps for Devon, Somerset and Dorset Now Open

Employment & Skills / Benjamin Gibbs

Cosmic are currently promoting our funded Skills Bootcamps for adults living or working in Devon, Somerset and Dorset These practical programmes are designed to help individuals and employers build useful digital skills for the workplace, with options focused on AI for Workplace Productivity and Power Platform & Process Automation. The Skills Bootcamps are suitable for people in roles such as

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NDMA North Devon Manufacturing Awards winners 2025

Will you be an award-winning manufacturer at this year’s NDMAs???

Event news, News / Benjamin Gibbs

Join us to celebrate local industry and have a great night out! The annual North Devon Manufacturing Awards showcase the incredibly diverse and prolific manufacturing that takes place in this seemingly quiet corner of the Westcountry. Take a look at last year’s winners: How to enter the 2026 awards: View the categories and complete your

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Have your say in the Enginuity SME Snapshot Survey

Economy, Manufacturing / Benjamin Gibbs

Enginuity’s SME Snapshot Survey is now open for its third edition, and they’re inviting business leaders and decision-makers in small and medium-sized engineering and manufacturing firms to share what’s happening on the ground.

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Make UK – Get involved in National Manufacturing Day 2026

News / Benjamin Gibbs

Registrations are now open to participate in NMD 2026 Each year, National Manufacturing Day brings together manufacturers, educators, local authorities, skills providers and industry partners to showcase the opportunities and innovation within UK manufacturing. When? 24th September – all over the UK There are lots of ways Make UK affiliate members can get involved —

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CMG AI for Manufacturers Summit

Event news / Benjamin Gibbs

NDMA members are invited to attend CMG’s AI for Manufacturers Summit — practical insights, real case studies, and expert speakers. The CMG AI for Manufacturers Summit is a half-day working event for businesses who want to understand what AI actually means in practice, not the hype, but the real tools, workflows, and decisions that matter.

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International Women in Engineering Day event at SEA

Employment & Skills, Manufacturing / Benjamin Gibbs

SEA Barnstaple will be hosting an open event on 23rd June to celebrate International Women in Engineering Day The evening is designed to showcase the experiences, opportunities, and impact of women within the engineering industry. It will provide students, aspiring engineers, professionals, and members of the local community with the opportunity to hear directly from women

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Celebrating Manufacturing Excellence at the Devon Business Awards

Event news, Manufacturing / Benjamin Gibbs

NDMA was delighted to co?sponsor the Manufacturer of the Year Award at the Devon Business Awards, alongside PMG. Hosted by the Devon Chamber of Commerce, the awards bring together businesses from across the county to celebrate innovation, resilience and success. Co?sponsoring this category was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the strength and diversity of manufacturing

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