Manufacturing is an industry built on continuous expenditure. But where does the money actually go, and what does this tell us about opportunities for industrial suppliers? When we think about manufacturing expenditure, machinery, materials and labour are usually the first things that come to mind. Yet behind every production facility sits a much wider network of suppliers supporting everything from maintenance and energy to automation, logistics, building services and compli

The next generation of British manufacturing is already taking shape, learn about three emerging UK manufacturers to watch in 2027 While established manufacturers continue to dominate the headlines, a younger generation of UK businesses is developing new technologies, expanding production capabilities and creating opportunities across the industrial supply chain. Here are three worth watching. 1. Sunswap – Electrifying Transport Refrigeration Founded in 2020, Surrey-based Sun

UK manufacturing investment creates opportunities for thousands of industrial suppliers every year. But finding those opportunities early, before equipment orders are placed or contractors are appointed, can make a significant difference to business development. From new factories and production-line installations to machinery upgrades and site expansions, manufacturers are continually making changes to their operations. For businesses supplying automation, engineering servic