Thousands of UK-based small and medium-sized businesses struggle to overcome their fear of technology, placing them in jeopardy of lagging behind rival companies. Experts from TelephoneSystems.Cloud have now issued guidance for SMEs
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All4Labels Global Packaging Group, incorporating All4Graphics, a leading international manufacturer of packaging solutions, as well as a pioneer in digital printing, is continuing its global growth strategy through its acquisition
Made in Britain CEO John Pearce and representatives of two of the organisation’s members based in Northern Ireland, Alan Lowry, CEO of Environmental Street Furniture (ESF), and Martin Mallon, Technical Marketing Manager at CT1,
The Irish Government has announced a new investment of €32 million in the agri-food sector. The public investment will ensure the delivery of 12 important capital projects in primary food
Following a multi-million pounds investment to research and develop an innovative new microscope, West Belfast-based Andor Technology is poised to achieve significant worldwide sales for their ground breaking microscope. Andor
Expected longer-term market volatility is impacting investment by the UK’s food and drink manufacturers, according to the Food and Drink Federation’s latest State of Industry report for Q1 2023. The
From Globalization, to Localization, to Diversification: How the Pandemic is Reshaping Supply Chains
How operational and technological investment can provide solutions to the challenges faced by the logistics industry as manufacturers localize and diversify their operations. The global supply chain has always been
Ireland has ranked overall 2nd in the 2023 IMD World Competitive Rankings, which assesses and ranks 64 economies around the world based on their ability to create and maintain a
The UK’s position as a pioneer in artificial intelligence (AI) technology has been boosted by the announcement of a series of investments in the field. Investments include: £31 million for
Ireland’s largest manufacturer of timber packaging and pallets has achieved more than 100 per cent growth with its 10-year partnership with Europe’s leading pooler of sustainable wooden pallets being a
UK aircraft manufacturer Britten-Norman has revealed plans to increase production rates and to repatriate aircraft production to its historic home in Bembridge on the Isle of Wight. The move is
A new £47 million factory in West Belfast is set to revolutionise the FMCG and Foodservice packaging and labelling market with certified green solutions using the latest European, US and
Innovate UK, the UK’s national innovation agency, has announced a new bilateral partnership with Protein Industries Canada (PIC), looking to develop greater connections between the food sectors in both countries
With the right policies in place, the UK can be the best global location for innovative and environmentally sustainable medicines manufacturing, attracting a portfolio of new industry investments worth £1.5
Armagh-based AIC Group Limited, specialists in thermal treatment and waste to energy systems, has secured a prestigious contract with NHS England following an investment in research and development. The contract
New figures revealed have shown that thousands of jobs have been created and secured over the past year as a direct result of inward investment in Scotland. Scottish Development International
The Government has announced €47 million of funding for the continuation of the Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateway Programme until 2029. Charged with increasing the levels of interaction between Irish Industry
Green Biofuels Ltd. (GBF), a global leader in advanced sustainable biofuels, has officially launched Ireland’s first dedicated biofuel terminal at Ringaskiddy, County Cork, driving forward the nation’s sustainable energy agenda.
The European Commission has approved an investment by the Irish State in Analog Devices Inc.’s €630 million Project FANFARE, which will result in 600 new jobs in Limerick over the
PepsiCo UK & Ireland has announced a £58 million investment in its Walkers Leicester factory – the group’s biggest investment in the UK in the last 25 years. The factory
Invest Northern Ireland has published its Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for supported businesses, showing an increase across all metrics. Sales, External Sales and Exports [1] all increased by over 15
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a leading global medical technology company, has announced plans to invest €30 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Enniscorthy, Wexford, creating 85 new jobs.
Magnavale, one of the UK’s leading cold storage providers, has announced that they have made a £130 million investment into their new development in Easton Lincolnshire. The 101,000-pallet cold store
Two food businesses are among the first recipients of the Made Smarter Awards, which celebrate excellence in manufacturing. The scheme
dōTERRA, the world leader in essential oils, has officially opened its Cork manufacturing facility. Located in the northern suburbs of
Lurgan-based Classic Mineral Water has made a £3.4 million investment to develop a third bottling line that will enable the
Diageo, the maker of Guinness, Smirnoff and Johnnie Walker, has announced a five-year business transformation program in partnership with SAP
Invest Northern Ireland has expanded its global network with a new presence in Milan, Italy. The office based in the
Expected to attract more than 2,000 visitors, the Northern Ireland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition is being held
Plans for a £100 million Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) at Global Point in Newtownabbey have been approved by Antrim
A major new economic report seeks to provide a blueprint for economic growth and prosperity in Northern Ireland over the
Compack Cartons has officially opened its new packaging operation in Livingston following a £13.5 million investment by Port Glasgow-based McLaren
Announcements of new manufacturing projects for several essential technologies for the clean energy transition – including solar PV, batteries and
A flagship food development project in the heart of one of Ireland’s richest farmland areas has been unveiled this week
Universal Display Corporation and PPG have officially opened a new state-of-the-art organic light-emitting diode (OLED) manufacturing facility in Shannon, Ireland.
Two all-new hybrid propulsion vessels designed to run on methanol and adding 80% capacity on the Belfast-Heysham route will respond
The Queen’s University-led Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC), which represents investment of £100 million under the Belfast Region City Deal,
Boston Scientific Corporation has announced an €80 million investment in its Clonmel operations at an event celebrating the site’s 25th
TopHat, the leading modular housebuilder, has announced its intention to deliver Europe’s largest modular homes facility. Capable of delivering one
PepsiCo, a global food and beverage leader, is nearing completion on a €127 million investment at its Little Island production
Leading soft drinks business, Britvic, is redoubling its efforts to cut carbon emissions and save energy – with £8 million
Analog Devices, Inc (ADI), a global semiconductor leader, has announced a new €630 million investment at its European regional headquarters
Ireland’s exceptionally strong performance in terms of attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects has continued, with a 21% increase in
The HYER POWER project, to develop a hydrogen fuel-cell range extender for specialist electric vehicles in demanding roles like fire
Dexcom, a global leader in continuous glucose monitoring for people with diabetes, plans to build its newest global manufacturing facility
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded a contract extension worth £656 million to BAE Systems to progress the concepting
Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of NSG Group, is making a multi-million-pound investment in its Merseyside facilities as part of
ProPhotonix (IRL) Ltd, a designer and manufacturer of LED illumination systems, part of the Exaktera group, has expanded its production
Global biopharmaceutical company BioMarin Pharmaceutical has opened the expansion of its manufacturing plant at Shanbally, County Cork. The company has
Funding has been announced for a further five innovative projects under the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF). Two projects have
The 2023 National Manufacturing Conference & Exhibition will be held over two days – on 23rd and 24th of May
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) partners have announced new feasibility awards to develop and improve sustainable biomanufacturing in the UK.
Abbott, a global leader in healthcare, has commenced the construction of its new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, which will be
Two initiatives backed by an investment of £24 million will help the UK lead the world in preparedness for pandemics
Scotland-based Alexander Dennis, which is a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. and one of the world’s leading independent global bus
Small and medium UK businesses are being held back post-pandemic by a reluctance to adopt new technologies, experts have warned. Experts from TelephoneSystems.Cloud
Tirlán, the Irish food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands, has
Taylor Wimpey, one of the UK’s largest residential developers, plans to expand its timber frame activities to develop a new,
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