UK Manufacturing Hits 15-Month High in December 2025
UK manufacturing activity reached a 15-month peak in December 2025, with the PMI at 50.6. Discover the drivers behind this tentative recovery and the challenges that remain for 2026.
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Ceramics industry warns of 'lost national identity' without state aid
Unions and the Green Alliance warn the UK's historic ceramics sector, supporting 20,000 jobs, is at a critical point due to high energy costs and imports. Urgent government action is demanded to prevent its collapse.
Musk Warns on Silver Price Surge Impacting Industry
Elon Musk warns manufacturers face consequences as silver hits record highs. Analysis of the precious metals rally, supply fears, and industrial impact. Read the full story.
Dyson: Inheritance tax could force sale of my company
Sir James Dyson warns his company will become 'unrecognisable' and may have to be sold to pay a multi-billion pound inheritance tax bill unless the government reverses its reforms. Read his full critique.
Lava lamp sales surge as Mathmos sells out for Christmas
British manufacturer Mathmos has sold out of its iconic lava lamps ahead of Christmas, driven by a nostalgic revival and Gen Z's fascination with retro interiors. Discover the story behind the glow.
UK Steel hit with Brexit-style EU green tax paperwork
UK manufacturers face a 'significant' new paperwork burden on £7bn of exports to the EU after the government failed to secure a vital carbon tax exemption. Industry warns of a major impact on competitiveness.
Top 20 British Engineering Feats: Nation's Pride Revealed
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's greatest engineering achievements. New research shows 94% of Brits are proud of this heritage, as Nissan celebrates its Sunderland plant.
US Tariffs Add 30% Costs, Choke Small Manufacturers
Trump's tariffs are crippling small US manufacturers like EarthQuaker Devices, adding up to 30% in costs and stalling job growth in Ohio's industrial heartland. Explore the impact.
£120m Government Deal Saves Grangemouth Ethylene Plant
The UK government has invested £120m to secure the future of Ineos's Grangemouth ethylene plant, saving hundreds of jobs and Britain's chemical manufacturing base. Read the full details.
Services Sector Job Losses Continue as UK Growth Rebounds
The UK services sector saw further job losses in December, despite a rebound in business activity and rising client confidence. Analysts warn of intense cost pressures and a sluggish economic outlook. Read the full analysis.
Nissan's £450m Electric Car Investment in Sunderland
Nissan begins production of the new Leaf EV in Sunderland, a major boost for UK manufacturing with over £450m invested. Discover the future of the plant.
Airbus rescues 2,750 UK jobs in Boeing deal
Airbus is set to announce the rescue of 2,750 UK manufacturing jobs after a crucial deal with Boeing. The move secures the future of key plants in Belfast and Prestwick. Read the full story.
Construction Suffers Sharpest Slowdown Since Covid Lockdown
UK construction activity contracted at its fastest pace since May 2020 in November, with the PMI hitting 39.4. Experts suggest budget uncertainty skewed the data. Read the full analysis.
Construction suffers worst downturn in over five years
New data reveals a severe slump in UK construction, with the PMI hitting 39.4. This rapid decline poses a major challenge to Labour's 1.5m homes target. Read the full analysis.
Airbus cuts delivery target due to A320 fuselage problem
Airbus has reduced its 2025 aircraft delivery forecast, citing quality issues with A320 fuselages. Discover the financial impact and supply chain challenges.
Monterrey's Industrial Boom Fuels Toxic Air Crisis
A major investigation reveals Monterrey, a key US manufacturing hub in Mexico, is engulfed in an air pollution crisis. Heavy metals from factories exporting to America threaten residents' health, with emissions surpassing many US states.
UK Manufacturing Returns to Growth After 14 Months
The UK manufacturing sector has moved into expansion territory for the first time in over a year, according to the latest PMI data. Discover the details and industry reaction to the Autumn Budget.
Motability drops premium cars for UK-made vehicles
The Motability scheme will remove BMW and Mercedes-Benz, aiming for 50% British-built cars by 2035. This shift supports UK jobs and manufacturing. Discover the impact.
New Policy Centre to Future-Proof UK Manufacturing
A new independent Policy Centre has launched to give 325,000+ UK manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government, aiming to future-proof this vital sector.
Duralex smashes €5m funding target in under 6 hours
Beloved French glassmaker Duralex astonished everyone by raising €19m in 48 hours after a public appeal. The staff cooperative is now floating on a cloud with a tsunami of new orders.
UK Industry Energy Crisis: Urgent Action Needed
UK manufacturers face devastating energy costs as key factories close. The government's delayed support scheme must be fast-tracked to prevent further deindustrialisation.
UK Manufacturing Output Plummets Since Pandemic
UK manufacturing output falls at its fastest rate since the pandemic, new CBI data reveals. As the Budget looms, the sector pleads for certainty. Read the full analysis.
ExxonMobil closes Fife plant, hundreds of jobs at risk
ExxonMobil announces the closure of its Fife Ethylene Plant in Mossmorran, risking 429 jobs. The shutdown, blamed on economic pressures, deals a major blow to Scotland's manufacturing sector.
Smiths Engineering expands with 50 new Birmingham jobs
Historic engineering giant Smiths opens a new Birmingham hub, creating 50 new roles with a focus on apprenticeships. Discover how to apply for these career opportunities today.
JLR Reports £342m Loss Following Cyber Attack
Jaguar Land Rover suffers £342m quarterly loss after major cyber attack disrupts production. Learn how the incident impacted Britain's automotive giant and their recovery plans.
JLR cyber attack cost £200m, hit UK economy
A major cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover cost the firm nearly £200m and was a significant factor in the UK's economic contraction in September. Discover the full impact.
UK economy grew 0.1% amid JLR cyber-attack impact
The UK economy expanded by just 0.1% in Q3 2024, with September GDP falling 0.1% after a crippling cyber-attack on Jaguar Land Rover slashed car production to a 73-year low. Discover the full economic impact.
NSK factory closures put 400 UK jobs at risk
Japanese firm NSK plans to shut its Peterlee factories, placing hundreds of jobs at risk. The union vows to fight the closure. Read the full story.
NSK Peterlee factory closure puts 350 jobs at risk
Japanese firm NSK plans to shut its County Durham factory, risking hundreds of jobs. The automotive bearings plant has become unprofitable. Read the full story.
JLR Drives UK Manufacturing to 17-Month Growth High
Britain's automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover is driving a manufacturing surge, with new data revealing the sector's fastest growth in nearly 18 months. Discover how JLR's expansion is powering the UK's industrial recovery.
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