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Continuing uncertainty ''affecting UK manufacturing confidence''
7 February 2012
Small manufacturers'' confidence levels are being affected by economic and political uncertainty around the world.
UK manufacturing activity reaches 8-month high
3 February 2012
Manufacturing activity in the UK climbed in January 2012, with new orders rising for the first time in seven months.
Manufacturing expert highlights benefits of lean strategies
2 February 2012
Adopting lean manufacturing techniques can assist business in boosting performance in a range of different ways, a specialist claims.
Economic uncertainty ''affecting global electronic contract market''
30 January 2012
Electronics contract manufacturing businesses have been hit by ongoing economic uncertainty around the world.
Turbulence in Europe ''holding back production''
27 January 2012
Manufacturing is being held back in Europe by economic uncertainty.
AMOLED TV sector ''facing manufacturing and supply chain challenges''
26 January 2012
High prices and expensive materials will delay the rollout of AMOLED TVs.
Operations management boosts Smurfit Kappa performance score
25 January 2012
Smurfit Kappa achieved a score of 99 per cent against the Workplace Performance Index in an independent assessment.
Could ageing workforce affect quality and operations management?
24 January 2012
The UK manufacturing sector is facing a "retirement time bomb" due to its ageing and predominantly male workforce, JAM Recruitment has warned.
Concerns raised over engineering skills threat
23 January 2012
More needs to be done to invest in future skills for the success of the UK''s manufacturing and engineering industry, executives have claimed.
Indian firm invests in operations management to boost quality
20 January 2012
Operations management is being used to improve product quality by an automotive firm in India.
Call for German approach to manufacturing industry in Britain
19 January 2012
Britain should adopt a policy on manufacturing that is similar to that seen in Germany.
Carmakers ''setting UK an economic example''
18 January 2012
Carmakers in the UK are employing operations management and continuous improvement as they increase exports, it is claimed.
Decline in industrial production ''affected by falling European demand''
16 January 2012
Falling demand in Europe has pushed down industrial production in the UK, meaning more needs to be done to expand into other regions, it is claimed.
Decline in industrial production ''affected by falling European demand''
16 January 2012
Falling demand in Europe has pushed down industrial production in the UK, meaning more needs to be done to expand into other regions, it is claimed.
UK manufacturing figures reveal production decline
13 January 2012
New ONS numbers show British manufacturing dropped between October and November.
Improvements in UK manufacturing forecast from Feb
12 January 2012
A rebounding of the UK manufacturing industry is anticipated to start next month, according to a lobby group.
British manufacturing ''vital to nation''s financial health''
11 January 2012
The government should spend money helping UK companies to promote products overseas, it is claimed.
Manufacturing call for better waste management
10 January 2012
A new, more ambitious approach is needed to waste management in the UK to avoid resource shortages, manufacturers claim.
Mark Prisk launches new manufacturing advisory service
4 January 2012
A new tailored advisory service for manufacturers in the UK has been unveiled by the government.
Rise in UK manufacturing index as production stalls
3 January 2012
Production rates continued to decline within the UK manufacturing industry in December 2011, new figures show.
International operations management expert visits north-west
30 December 2011
A Japanese specialist in kaizen and operations management has toured a plant in Cheshire to see an innovative manufacturing process in place.
UK motor manufacturers ''to flourish in 2012''
28 December 2011
The SMMT has predicted growth in UK manufacturing over 2012 following strong investment by global companies this year.
Manufacturers ''experienced mixed fortunes in 2011''
22 December 2011
The fortunes of manufacturers have been mixed this year and look set to continue being so in 2012, an expert suggests.
Continuous improvement ''key to transformation of Ford''
21 December 2011
The boss of Ford has explained that his company has been turned around in part through a commitment to good operations management.
UK manufacturers forecast production decline
19 December 2011
A decline in demand at home and abroad has led to operations management specialists planning to reduce output next quarter.
DFS presses ahead with expansion plan
16 December 2011
Reduced takings have not deterred furniture company DFS from planning an expansion of its manufacturing output.
Manufacturers press government for decarbonisation target
14 December 2011
Manufacturers want a decarbonisation target for 2030 to be created as part of the government''s energy policy.
Scottish services and manufacturing witness output growth
12 December 2011
An increase in output has been seen in Scottish manufacturing and services during November, despite a drop in new business.
Figures show weakening of UK manufacturing output
9 December 2011
Recent data has revealed the manufacturing industry saw output decline between September and October 2011.
Figures show weakening of UK manufacturing output
9 December 2011
Recent data has revealed the manufacturing industry saw output decline between September and October 2011.
UK manufacturing management to benefit from £125m supply chain boost
7 December 2011
The government is allocating £125 million in funding to boost advanced manufacturing supply chains.
Manufacturing sector divergence ''continues in Q4''
5 December 2011
Divergence in performance between UK manufacturing sectors could keep operations management professionals busy over the coming months.
Production reduced as demand falls at home and abroad
2 December 2011
Operations management specialists have cut back on production as demand levels contract, it has been reported.
UK manufacturers predict falling output as exports dip
30 November 2011
Exports from British manufacturers have fallen in November.
US company enhances operations management with lean principles
29 November 2011
Operations management has been improved at one firm with the introduction of a lean manufacturing program.
Manufacturers ''experiencing credit constraints and cost increases''
28 November 2011
Availability of credit is falling as the cost of accessing finance for manufacturers rising, an industry organisation has warned.
Nestle announced coffee plant expansion plans
24 November 2011
Nestle has unveiled major expansion plans for its coffee products factory in the West Midlands.
Medical equipment manufacturer granted licence extension
23 November 2011
A medical products firm has expressed its delight at a licence extension enabling it to produce a new blood testing device at its factory in Cambridge.
Northern Ireland ''set for manufacturing boost''
22 November 2011
Northern Ireland is on course to enjoy a revival in its manufacturing sector, a report has predicted.
Prime minister stresses need for high-tech manufacturing growth
18 November 2011
More manufacturing of the high-tech sort demonstrated by Formula One team McLaren is needed in Britain, the prime minister has said.
Call for help to keep car industry growing
17 November 2011
The car industry has seen significant growth in the past year, but government action is needed to ensure the same is true in the future, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has said.
Manufacturing industry ''needs support despite signs of growth''
10 November 2011
The UK''s manufacturing industry faces challenges ahead, although recent performance has exceeded many expectations.
UK smaller manufacturers ''see decline in sentiment''
8 November 2011
Small companies in the UK''s manufacturing industry expect growth to contract over the coming three months, it has been reported.
Industry bodies call for reform of R&D tax credits
7 November 2011
Improving the system of tax credits for research and development would enable the UK to attract investment and compete more effectively globally, it is claimed.
UK manufacturing sector ''has much to be positive about''
4 November 2011
Although there are challenges facing manufacturing, the industry is still reporting good news stories, it is claimed.
UK manufacturing industry witnesses decline in activity rates
2 November 2011
A fall in activity has been recorded within UK manufacturing this October.
UK manufacturers ''concerned by energy price rises''
31 October 2011
Manufacturers in the UK are being unfairly affected by high energy prices caused by climate change policy, it is suggested.
UK manufacturers ''concerned by energy price rises''
31 October 2011
Manufacturers in the UK are being unfairly affected by high energy prices caused by climate change policy, it is suggested.
Encouraging young people ''will boost UK manufacturing''
28 October 2011
A manufacturing expert has emphasized the need to explain to school pupils the opportunities available in the sector.
Encouraging young people ''will boost UK manufacturing''
28 October 2011
A manufacturing expert has emphasized the need to explain to school pupils the opportunities available in the sector.
UK manufacturers forecast orders decline
27 October 2011
Manufacturers in the UK are anticipating more difficult economic conditions over the coming months.
Europe witnesses pick-up in industrial new orders
26 October 2011
Industrial new orders rose across the European Union in August this year compared with July, climbing year-on-year by 6.5 per cent.
Make it in Great Britain campaign to champion UK manufacturing
25 October 2011
A new initiative is aiming to attract business champions to promote manufacturing in the UK and challenge outdated stereotypes.
Employing German Mittelstand model ''could enhance UK operations management''
24 October 2011
The CBI has called on the government to implement a similar model to the Mittelstand policy in Germany that sees medium-sized firms drive the economy and innovation.
Technology change ''not essential to continuous improvement''
21 October 2011
Many continuous improvement solutions do not require investment in expensive equipment to implement, an expert has claimed.
See Inside Manufacturing scheme could produce future operations managers
19 October 2011
Nissan is providing a practical experience of the manufacturing sector to pupils in Sunderland and Bedfordshire.
Call for Autumn Statement to improve conditions for manufacturers
18 October 2011
Growth and improving confidence should be the focus of an autumn policy statement planned by the government, EEF has suggested.
Call for Autumn Statement to improve conditions for manufacturers
18 October 2011
Growth and improving confidence should be the focus of an autumn policy statement planned by the government, EEF has suggested.
Government launches new advisory service for manufacturers
14 October 2011
The business minister has launched a new Manufacturing Advisory Service that will help small and medium-sized firms to grow.
Increase in UK manufacturing index during August
13 October 2011
Manufacturing activity in the UK rose year-on-year in August 2011, but dipped from the previous month.
Government plans aim to enhance manufacturing competitiveness
11 October 2011
The government is investing a further £170 million in projects that could help to stimulate growth in the manufacturing sector.
Government plans aim to enhance manufacturing competitiveness
11 October 2011
The government is investing a further £170 million in projects that could help to stimulate growth in the manufacturing sector.
Government plans aim to enhance manufacturing competitiveness
11 October 2011
The government is investing a further £170 million in projects that could help to stimulate growth in the manufacturing sector.
Strong operations management produces efficiency for Nissan
7 October 2011
Nissan will outline its commitment to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement at a forthcoming event.
Philips Respironics hailed for continuous improvement and lean efforts
6 October 2011
Philips Respironics New Kensington has been awarded for its continuous improvement in the field of operations management with the coveted 2011 Plant of the Year prize.
UK manufacturing industry witnesses expansion in September
4 October 2011
Growth in manufacturing production was recorded over the month from August to September 2011, new data show.
Manufacturers advised to do more to reduce waste
29 September 2011
EEF has called on manufacturers and the government to promote lean manufacturing to meet zero waste targets.
Manufacturing industry ''needs continuous improvement on reducing red tape''
26 September 2011
EEF wants to see a redoubling of effort by the government when it comes to the level of regulation faced by manufacturers.
UK manufacturers continuing to predict output growth
23 September 2011
Further growth in output is anticipated by UK manufacturers despite a recent decline in new orders.
Manufacturing automation project receives £600k
21 September 2011
The government has granted £600,000 to provide assistance to companies to invest in manufacturing automation.
Lean manufacturing ''could save food and drink firms £404m''
20 September 2011
Food and drink industry waste could be cut by £404 million a year by implementing lean manufacturing techniques, it has been suggested.
Operations management at new Jaguar Land Rover plant
19 September 2011
Jaguar Land Rover has unveiled plans invest £355 million in a new UK manufacturing plant.
Glaxo-McLaren partnership to boost operations management
16 September 2011
GlaxoSmithKline has announced it is teaming up with McLaren to enhance its manufacturing operations.
Scotland defies UK manufacturing downturn
13 September 2011
The Scottish manufacturing sector shrugged off a UK-wide manufacturing contraction to record increased growth in August.
Nissan operations management policies hailed
12 September 2011
After 25 years of manufacturing operations in the UK, Nissan has challenged established practices in operations management.
Aunt Bessie''s credits solution with enhancing continuous improvement
9 September 2011
Implementation of Preactor QAD ERP solutions have increased response times and enhanced continuous improvement for one manufacturer.
UK manufacturing increases in July 2010
7 September 2011
Manufacturing witnessed year-on-year and monthly growth during July 2011, new data show.
Operations management pressures ''being reported by UK manufacturers''
2 September 2011
A series of pressures on lead times, capacity and supply chains have been reported by manufacturers, the EEF claims.
Further contraction of UK manufacturing
1 September 2011
Output in the UK manufacturing industry fell during August 2011.
UK government urged to support manufacturing
31 August 2011
The head of JCB has urged the coalition to adopt a similar approach towards backing production as that of the German government.
Manufacturing firms urged to protect supply chains
26 August 2011
PwC has noted manufacturing firms need to take a number of steps to protect their supply chains, such as retaining key talent.
Manufacturers expect production growth, survey shows
24 August 2011
The CBI has identified in increase in the proportion of manufacturers expecting output to increase.
Material price increases could prompt operations management solutions
22 August 2011
Rising costs are causing manufacturing businesses to seek innovative solutions to reduce price increases.
Measurement and mentoring ''key to operations management''
18 August 2011
Lean maintenance can be successful if common mistakes such as failing to measure the impact of efforts and invest in resources are avoided, an expert has stated.
Manufacturing sector witnesses dip in employer confidence
16 August 2011
Employers in the UK manufacturing industry are less confident about their hiring prospects over the coming months, a poll indicates.
Operations management prize awarded to Leyland Trucks
12 August 2011
The Shingo Bronze Medallion for operational excellence will be presented to UK firm Leyland Trucks.
June 2011 witnesses year-on-year manufacturing increase
10 August 2011
A climb of 2.1 per cent was seen in the index of manufacturing during the 12 months to June this year.
Manufacturing activity rises in Scotland
8 August 2011
Scotland has seen overall manufacturing and services activity grow during July 2011.
British manufacturing index contracts
2 August 2011
The UK''s PMI has registered negative growth for the first time in two years, new figures show.
UK manufacturers ''review business plans as confidence dips''
1 August 2011
A decline in optimism has been reported among UK manufacturers, causing them to reduce investment plans.
Manufacturing management ''including services alongside products''
26 July 2011
Businesses are increasingly providing services alongside their products, according to an expert.
Higher apprenticeships may benefit operations management industry
25 July 2011
A £25 million fund is being established to deliver new manufacturing and technology apprenticeships in the UK.
UK manufacturing wage growth slows
19 July 2011
Data from the EEF has shown manufacturing pay settlements are starting to level out.
Company embraces education as part of continuous improvement
18 July 2011
A system of continuous education has been implemented at a US manufacturer, in addition to companywide lean training.
Operations management staff may want to contribute to Red Tape Challenge
15 July 2011
Manufacturing industry professionals are being urged to contribute towards the sector''s Red Tape Challenge.
Manufacturing management solution ''increases fan production''
14 July 2011
A fan manufacturer has enhanced its production and quality control processes by adopting an IT solution.
UK manufacturing confidence indicative of improving fortunes
12 July 2011
A slight increase in optimism has been recorded among manufacturers over the past quarter.
Manufacturing output increases during May 2011
8 July 2011
Official data show a rise in manufacturing output in May 2011, with sales volumes bouncing back over the month.
Automotive operations management processes ''could help other manufacturers''
6 July 2011
Companies from other sectors could use techniques developed by the auto industry.
Strong demand for UK engineering and manufacturing workers
4 July 2011
A rise in demand for engineers and manufacturing specialists has been observed in the UK.
Decline noted in UK manufacturing growth
1 July 2011
Manufacturing expansion in the UK slowed between May and June this year, as export orders dipped.
UK government ''needs to back knowledge economy''
30 June 2011
Greater support is required to push forward the UK''s knowledge economy and deliver sustainable economic growth, The Work Foundation suggests.
UK manufacturers ''remain cautious about investment''
27 June 2011
Investment may be slow at returning to the UK''s manufacturing industry, despite high levels of activity.
Confidence grows among UK manufacturing firms
23 June 2011
Manufacturing firms in Britain are seeing sales pushed up by emerging overseas markets such as India and China.
Sustainable policies could improve operations management
21 June 2011
Operations managers should consider making their businesses more green.
Government plan ''could deter UK manufacturers''
17 June 2011
New government energy efficiency levies could drive manufacturers overseas, it has been claimed.
European production climbs in April 2011
16 June 2011
An increase has been reported in EU industrial production in April 2011 following two months of stable output.
Manufacturing sector ''driving European jobs gains''
14 June 2011
Employment grew most rapidly in May in those nations in Europe with a strong manufacturing sector, new figures show.
Manufacturing recovery ''remains on course''
13 June 2011
Despite a decline in output because of special factors in April, the UK''s manufacturing sector continues to recover from the downturn, the BCC claims.
UK manufacturing ''affected by Japan earthquake''
10 June 2011
Manufacturing activity in the UK was affected by the Japanese earthquake and the extra bank holiday in April.
Manufacturing expansion ''threatened by engineer shortages''
8 June 2011
Shortages of trained engineers could restrict the expansion of the UK''s manufacturing industry.
Manufacturing management in Britain ''appears to be paying off''
6 June 2011
Positive data relating to the manufacturing sector has been released.
Revival forecast for UK manufacturing
3 June 2011
Manufacturing output in Britain is anticipated to rise sharply over the coming years, a new report states.
Revival forecast for UK manufacturing
3 June 2011
Manufacturing output in Britain is anticipated to rise sharply over the coming years, a new report states.
Manufacturers report an improvement in credit
2 June 2011
Access to credit has improved for manufacturing companies in the UK, it has been reported.
UK manufacturing index expansion slows
1 June 2011
A slowdown has been recorded in the pace of UK manufacturing growth, as new orders and production dipped in May.
UK manufacturing index expansion slows
1 June 2011
A slowdown has been recorded in the pace of UK manufacturing growth, as new orders and production dipped in May.
Food and drink sector ''moving towards automation''
31 May 2011
Automation is playing a greater part in food and drink manufacturing and highly skilled workers are needed as a result, one expert has stated.
Food and drink sector ''moving towards automation''
31 May 2011
Automation is playing a greater part in food and drink manufacturing and highly skilled workers are needed as a result, one expert has stated.
UK manufacturers ''should safeguard IP rights''
27 May 2011
A law firm has emphasised the need for manufacturers to protect their innovations and designs.
Wage agreements ''constrained by need to control costs''
24 May 2011
Pressure from labour market uncertainty and global pressures are restricting manufacturing pay settlements, a report states.
Wage agreements ''constrained by need to control costs''
24 May 2011
Pressure from labour market uncertainty and global pressures are restricting manufacturing pay settlements, a report states.
Wage agreements ''constrained by need to control costs''
24 May 2011
Pressure from labour market uncertainty and global pressures are restricting manufacturing pay settlements, a report states.
Strong output expected among UK manufacturers
19 May 2011
Manufacturers in the UK remain optimistic about their future growth prospects, a poll claims.
High visibility and simplicity ''important in supply chains''
18 May 2011
Supply chain managers should ensure they are employing continuous improvement to mitigate risk and enhance visibility, one expert claims.
Carbon targets ''could place UK competitiveness in jeopardy''
16 May 2011
Imposing a 30 per cent cut in carbon emissions by 2020 could harm UK economic growth, it is claimed.
UK manufacturing output lower than anticipated
13 May 2011
Output in the UK industrial sector fell short of analysts expectations in March.
Business operations ''disrupted by bank holidays and Japanese earthquake''
12 May 2011
An extra bank holiday last month and March''s earthquake in Japan could affect UK output and growth this quarter, it is claimed.
Continuous improvement director appointed by manufacturer
11 May 2011
Manufacturer Mark Andy is boosting its commitment to lean principles by hiring a director of continuous improvement.
Continuous improvement director appointed by manufacturer
11 May 2011
Manufacturer Mark Andy is boosting its commitment to lean principles by hiring a director of continuous improvement.
Continuous improvement director appointed by manufacturer
11 May 2011
Manufacturer Mark Andy is boosting its commitment to lean principles by hiring a director of continuous improvement.
UK recovery patchy, says CBI
6 May 2011
The CBI has described the British economic recovery as "patchy" in certain sectors.
BCC expresses concern over UK manufacturing
5 May 2011
The BCC has pointed to weakness in recent UK manufacturing data as evidence of a sluggish economic recovery.
UK small business output ''driven up by strong order books''
4 May 2011
Small firms in the UK have seen domestic and overseas orders climb to a 16-year high.
UK manufacturing growth ''constrained by domestic slowdown''
3 May 2011
A contraction in domestic sales has caused a slowdown in UK manufacturing sector growth, new figures show.
Klarius increases parts production to feed shortages
28 April 2011
The Klarius Group has announced it is increasing production of parts in order to meet demand by firms affecting by supply chain disruption.
Inflationary pressures ''continue to affect UK manufacturers''
27 April 2011
Rising costs for raw materials are placing growing pressure on UK manufacturers, a report suggests.
Warning over automotive parts shortages
26 April 2011
A shortage of parts manufacturers in the UK is hampering the automotive industry, an expert has stated.
UK car production ''to be affected by Japanese earthquake''
21 April 2011
Carmakers in the UK are having to suspend production after the Japanese earthquake last month.
Average manufacturing pay settlements ''remain stable''
19 April 2011
Pay growth in the UK manufacturing industry has remained steady in spite of growing cost pressures on the sector.
Trade union leaders call for strong Scottish manufacturing sector
18 April 2011
The STUC has called for a focus on Scotland''s manufacturing industry.
Trade union leaders call for strong Scottish manufacturing sector
18 April 2011
The STUC has called for a focus on Scotland''s manufacturing industry.
UK production halted at Toyota plants
15 April 2011
Manufacturing activity has ceased for the time being at Toyota plants in the UK as a result of the continuing effects on supply chains of the March earthquake.
Welsh manufacturers lament skills shortage
13 April 2011
Some manufacturers claim there is a lack of skilled candidates to fill vacancies.
Regional jobs and growth fund announced
12 April 2011
The government has announced the winners of its Regional Growth Fund initiative.
Regional jobs and growth fund announced
12 April 2011
The government has announced the winners of its Regional Growth Fund initiative.
Regional jobs and growth fund announced
12 April 2011
The government has announced the winners of its Regional Growth Fund initiative.
North-west manufacturing and service sectors continue resurgence
11 April 2011
Manufacturing in the north-west continued its expansion last month.
New centre ''to explore continuous manufacturing innovations''
8 April 2011
The launch of a centre committed to continuous manufacturing has been announced.
Manufacturing firms ''reporting cost pressures''
7 April 2011
Rising costs are placing pressure on manufacturers, as economic conditions remain fragile, a report claims.
Manufacturing firms ''reporting cost pressures''
7 April 2011
Rising costs are placing pressure on manufacturers, as economic conditions remain fragile, a report claims.
West Midlands manufacturers ''should improve supply chain operations''
6 April 2011
The SC21 change programme offers an opportunity for manufacturers in the West Midlands to enhance their operations management, one expert has claimed.
West Midlands manufacturers ''should improve supply chain operations''
6 April 2011
The SC21 change programme offers an opportunity for manufacturers in the West Midlands to enhance their operations management, one expert has claimed.
Manufacturing growth continues ''but slows''
1 April 2011
The UK manufacturing sector continued to expand in March 2011, although the pace of growth dipped from a January high.
Manufacturing growth continues ''but slows''
1 April 2011
The UK manufacturing sector continued to expand in March 2011, although the pace of growth dipped from a January high.
Business secretary highlights manufacturing importance for growth
31 March 2011
Vince Cable has stated the UK''s manufacturing industry is important for sustainable growth.
Business secretary highlights manufacturing importance for growth
31 March 2011
Vince Cable has stated the UK''s manufacturing industry is important for sustainable growth.
Budget ''will assist UK''s manufacturing sector''
29 March 2011
The UK''s 2011 Budget has been welcomed by one organisation as a positive move for the manufacturing industry.
Welcome for manufacturing boost in Budget
25 March 2011
Manufacturing industry leaders have welcomed provisions made in the 2011 Budget for the sector.
Manufacturing output ''boosted by domestic demand''
24 March 2011
Rising domestic demand is pushing up confidence among UK manufacturers, a poll shows.
Rise forecast for operations management hiring in 2011
18 March 2011
Companies are expecting to increase operations and supply chain management hiring this year, a report states.
Rise forecast for operations management hiring in 2011
18 March 2011
Companies are expecting to increase operations and supply chain management hiring this year, a report states.
Operations management ''a key concern for small manufacturers''
17 March 2011
Operations management is a key area of concern for small manufacturers, a survey shows.
Operations management ''a key concern for small manufacturers''
17 March 2011
Operations management is a key area of concern for small manufacturers, a survey shows.
Coalition ''should widen view of UK manufacturing''
16 March 2011
Manu-services offers a key area of growth in the UK manufacturing sector, it is claimed.
Manufacturing activity rises further in UK
11 March 2011
The UK''s manufacturing industry has witnessed strong year-on-year growth.
Manufacturing activity ''continues to outpace expectations''
9 March 2011
Further strong growth is expected for UK manufacturing, research indicates.
New orders growth ''drives up global manufacturing PMI''
8 March 2011
The pace of global manufacturing activity has risen further, new figures show.
New orders growth ''drives up global manufacturing PMI''
8 March 2011
The pace of global manufacturing activity has risen further, new figures show.
New orders growth ''drives up global manufacturing PMI''
8 March 2011
The pace of global manufacturing activity has risen further, new figures show.
CBI: Government needs to nurture IP framework
4 March 2011
The CBI has called on the government to ensure the UK''s reputation for a strong IP framework remains intact.
CBI: Government needs to nurture IP framework
4 March 2011
The CBI has called on the government to ensure the UK''s reputation for a strong IP framework remains intact.
CBI: Government needs to nurture IP framework
4 March 2011
The CBI has called on the government to ensure the UK''s reputation for a strong IP framework remains intact.
Manufacturing PMI ''remains at peak levels''
2 March 2011
The UK''s manufacturing industry is continuing to see record levels of growth.
Manufacturing group calls for budget measures
1 March 2011
The Budget this month should include policies that remove the barriers to manufacturing growth, an organization claims.
New business practices ''enhancing manufacturing''
28 February 2011
Using new business practices is enhancing manufacturers'' operations, one expert claims.
Pharma sector ''needs to enhance manufacturing management''
24 February 2011
A new report urges pharmaceutical firms to enhance their supply chain and manufacturing processes to meet future needs.
Pharma sector ''needs to enhance manufacturing management''
24 February 2011
A new report urges pharmaceutical firms to enhance their supply chain and manufacturing processes to meet future needs.
Praise for manufacturers'' operations management
22 February 2011
The chief secretary to the Treasury has praised manufacturing management at two successful companies in Burnley.
Praise for manufacturers'' operations management
22 February 2011
The chief secretary to the Treasury has praised manufacturing management at two successful companies in Burnley.
UK manufacturers ''forecasting further output growth''
21 February 2011
Further growth has been forecast by manufacturers in the UK, according to a report by the Confederation of British Industry.
Pay settlements in manufacturing remain steady
16 February 2011
Pay settlements remained at 2.2 per cent for the three months to the end of January 2010.
Manufacturers urge rethink on carbon reduction policy
15 February 2011
Further carbon reduction targets would hurt the manufacturing industry.
Manufacturing rises in Scottish private sector
14 February 2011
Increased activity among manufacturers and service providers helped the private sector in Scotland to return to growth during the first month of the year.
Jewellery industry ''forced to undertake demand planning''
11 February 2011
Demand planning has had to change tactics in light of current trends, it has been suggested.
UK manufacturing ''should learn from Germany''
9 February 2011
Expert advises looking to Germany to boost UK operations management practices.
Small manufacturers witness improvements in output
8 February 2011
Output among small manufacturers rose in January, pushed up by domestic demand growing.
Record growth reported in UK manufacturing
4 February 2011
The Purchasing Managers'' Index for manufacturing reached its highest level since records began during January.
Record high in UK manufacturing ''should not boost interest rates''
1 February 2011
Although UK manufacturing is at record levels, this should not cause interest rates to rise, an expert claims.
Boosting manufacturing sector ''need not be expensive''
31 January 2011
Ensuring the future success of the British manufacturing sector does not require large amounts of cash, it is claimed.
Operations management ''can improve firms'' sustainability''
28 January 2011
Companies can improve their sustainability by improving the operations management side of their waste management systems, it has been suggested.
Event highlights need for excellence in advanced manufacturing
27 January 2011
UK manufacturing is leading the hi-tech sector and plans are in place to encourage new talent to join the industry.
Strong EU increase in manufacturing new orders reported
25 January 2011
New Eurostat figures indicate levels of industrial new orders are continuing to rise within the EU.
Manufacturing sector recovery ''driven by exports''
24 January 2011
British manufacturing output is growing, pushed up by domestic and overseas orders.
Call for skills focus to boost manufacturing
19 January 2011
Investment in talent is required to support the UK''s manufacturing recovery, it is claimed.
EU witnesses November boost to industrial production
18 January 2011
Across the 27 EU member states, industrial production was up by 1.4 per cent between October and November 2010.
UK manufacturing outstrips index of production
14 January 2011
Manufacturing companies saw higher output levels over the year to November 2010, the ONS reports.
Increased competitiveness and production ''drive German boom''
13 January 2011
Improving competitiveness, enhancing quality and working with employees have helped Germany compete globally in recent years, it has been suggested.
Manufacturing ''will lead UK recovery in 2011''
10 January 2011
This year will see economic growth and recovery in the UK led by manufacturing, a report predicts.
UK manufacturing sector registers growth
4 January 2011
UK manufacturing activity reached a 16-year record during December last year.
Lack of knowledge ''preventing take-up of automation''
30 December 2010
UK manufacturers are falling behind their European counterparts in automation, a study claims.
Manufacturers call for government support
20 December 2010
A Midlands group has appealed for greater government action to boost UK manufacturing.
October rise in EU industrial production
15 December 2010
European firms witnessed an increase in industrial output this October.
Pace of growth increases in Scottish manufacturing
14 December 2010
The rate at which Scottish manufacturing activity is growing accelerated last month, new data reveal.
UK manufacturing ''enjoying success overseas''
9 December 2010
A manufacturing industry professional has highlighted the export achievements of UK businesses.
UK manufacturing ''could fill public sector gap''
23 November 2010
Manufacturing growth is likely to be a key driver of future UK economic expansion, a report suggests.
CBI chief: UK growth will rely on manufacturers
22 November 2010
Manufacturers and exporters will play a key role in future UK growth, an expert forecasts.
Increase recorded in demand for UK goods
19 November 2010
UK manufacturers have reported an increase in orders during November.
Manufacturing firm plans to expand production
16 November 2010
A Scottish biotechnology specialist is investing in expansion to meet rising demand for its production services.
Indian scheme trials lean manufacturing measures
15 November 2010
An Indian initiative aims to help small enterprises implement lean manufacturing techniques.
September sees rise in UK production index
9 November 2010
Overall production and manufacturing output increased in the UK during September, a report reveals.
Manufacturers ''should consider MES with care''
8 November 2010
MES systems should be managed, maintained and implemented by manufacturers to ensure they are able to respond to changes in demand and markets, an expert claims.
PMI rises further in October
3 November 2010
Britain''s Purchasing Managers'' Index stood at 54.9 in October this year, a report shows.
Domestic demand ''to drive UK manufacturing''
2 November 2010
Smaller manufacturers expect new business to grow over the coming three months.
Manufacturing confidence improves in Europe
29 October 2010
Confidence within industry organisations in the EU climbed during October 2010, a report claims.
Manufacturing sector orders ''to pick up''
22 October 2010
Despite a recent slowdown in orders growth, manufacturers expect activity to pick up.
Science minister opens cutting-edge facility
19 October 2010
A new £26.3 million plant for the manufacture of packaging has been opened by the UK''s science minister.
Jaguar Land Rover reaches UK operations agreement
18 October 2010
A new deal will see Jaguar Land Rover increase its production in the UK.
Hoist UK and AJB Precision combine operations
15 October 2010
Two manufacturing companies have brought together their production operations under a single roof.
English regions experience business growth
12 October 2010
Business activity increased in all nine regions of England last month.
Access to capital ''restricting manufacturing growth''
11 October 2010
Lack of working capital is placing constraints on the ability of UK manufacturing firms to grow, one expert suggests.
ABB increases investment in robot training centre
8 October 2010
A facility dedicated to training professionals in using robotics is undergoing fresh investment.
UK manufacturing sector exceeds expectations
8 October 2010
Growth within the UK''s manufacturing industry exceeded analysts'' forecasts during August 2010, official figures show.
UK manufacturing growth slows
4 October 2010
There has been a further slowdown in manufacturing growth in the UK during September 2010, new figures show.
UK witnesses productivity climb
1 October 2010
Latest figures show a sharp jump in manufacturing productivity pushing up UK output in the second quarter of 2010.
1 October 2010
Following the release of today's manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), Graeme Allinson, Head of Manufacturing, Transport and Logistics at Ba....
Ford boss sings praises of UK workers
30 September 2010
Ford''s chief has stated the company''s UK operations are central to the business and its workers are world class.
UK wind power supply chain ''needs enhancing''
28 September 2010
Greater action is needed to create a domestic UK wind power industry, a report suggests.
University unveils manufacturing facility
24 September 2010
A new hub at Brunel University is intended to develop innovations aimed at improving efficiency in the metals manufacturing industry.
US firm employs lean manufacturing processes
23 September 2010
Lean manufacturing has benefited a company building kiosks in the US.
Credit conditions ''remain difficult for manufacturers''
20 September 2010
Access to credit remains tight for manufacturers, new research has found.