North Devon Manufacturers association hosts its 23rd annual manufacturing awards The awards, to be presented during a ceremony at the Barnstaple Hotel on 14th May, recognise the rich and diverse manufacturing taking place throughout the Northern Devon region. The NDMA invites applications from North Devon companies for one of the …
The 22nd Annual NDMA awards took place on 16th May at The Barnstaple Hotel, celebrating the achievements of the region’s diverse and prolific manufacturing industry. 200 guests gathered for the occasion which began with welcome drinks (sponsored by Bishop Fleming) and a 2-course meal. The evening was conducted by BBC …
The following information is the latest issued (28-03-20) by Make UK in advice for manufacturers Should businesses stay open? – guidance Make UK have updated our guidance for members who have questions about whether their businesses should remain open. Please find attached a letter we are sending to those members. …
The most up-to-date FAQs from Make UK can be found here: COVID-19 FAQs It contains advice based on the government’s announcements and actions to date and continues to be updated regularly. It is a great source of advice for manufacturers looking for guidance on how best to react.
If you have manufacturing capabilities to work with acrylic or similar, or any of the materials required to produce these full face masks, please get in touch immediately These face masks are urgently needed by the NHS in North Devon and elsewhere. The simple design requires a laser-cut piece of …
The following advice is Make UK’s guidance for members based on the Prime Minister’s announcement last night: “Following the Prime Minister’s statement last night the country has been asked to take additional and very significant measures to slow the spread of coronavirus/covid-19. It is vital that manufacturers follow this advice …
As we all work together to overcome the worst global health crisis in generations, public safety is the primary concern right now. However, COVID-19 will also have a drastic effect on the worldwide economy. We are here to help in any way we can!From protecting your workforce, to utilising available …
A recording of the webinar that Make UK delivered this morning (23rd March) is available here
The following statement has been published on the Make UK website following the Chancellor’s announcements to protect workers: 20/03/2020 Commenting on the latest financial measures announced by the Chancellor, Stephen Phipson, Chief Executive of Make UK, the manufacturer’s organisation, said: “The Government has taken a decisive step today and we …
Call for businesses to help make NHS ventilators The government is looking for businesses who can support in the supply of ventilators and ventilator components across the UK as part of our response to COVID-19. As well as manufacturers, we are looking for businesses with the following skills: design/specificationrapid prototypingcontract/product …
Make UK are working very closely with Government, at a senior level, on the response to Covid-19. Our asks for Government are measures that build on the budget provisions to protect industry. Specifically focusing on cash flow challenges, helping businesses meet financial obligations and avoid lay-offs as far as possible, …
Sharp & Tappin has just released its new “Cutting Edge” Newsletter, a round up of developments from the past three months
