The Made Smarter technology adoption programme has added four new specialists to its team to support more manufacturers in Stockport and across the North West invest in technology and skills. Mike Richards-Brown and Tabs Khojani will help firms find practical ways to digitalise their operations, … [Read more...]
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Robinsons Brewery awarded Silver Carbon Literate Organisation certification
Stockport's Robinsons Brewery has announced that it has been accredited as a Silver Carbon Literate Organisation by The Carbon Literacy Project. The certification recognises the family-owned brewery and pub company’s continued commitment to tackling climate change, reducing organisational carbon … [Read more...]
Manufacturers urged to check eligibility for support with electricity costs
Stockport-based IN Accountancy is urging businesses to assess their eligibility for an upcoming government scheme to support them with high electricity costs. The British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) is set to begin in April 2027 to support manufacturers across Great Britain with high … [Read more...]
Half-day event to showcase practical benefits of AI for North West manufacturers
Manufacturers from across the North West are being invited to a Made Smarter North West event showcasing how AI can deliver practical benefits for businesses. The government-backed programme has partnered with Seriun to host Hype to Shop Floor: Best Practice AI Adoption for Manufacturers at Glass … [Read more...]
Stockport manufacturers invest in digital tech with Made Smarter support
Two Stockport manufacturers are investing in digital technologies with support from Made Smarter North West in a bid to boost productivity, strengthen competitiveness and support future growth. Die manufacturer, Arden Dies and Massey & Harris (pictured), which makes playground equipment, are … [Read more...]
£50 million innovation funding awarded to five growth-driving projects in Greater Manchester
Five major projects aimed at supporting regional growth in Greater Manchester are being awarded £50 million funding through the Local Innovation Partnerships Fund (LIPF). The £500 million LIPF is a Government programme being delivered through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) aimed at … [Read more...]
Swedish firm acquires Stockport electronics manufacturer
Swedish engineering group, Storskogen, has announced the acquisition of a Stockport-based manufacturer of electronics parts, Darlington EMS. The group has acquired 90% of the shares in the business, which generated sales of £8.1 million in 2025. Darlington EMS is a manufacturer of electronic … [Read more...]
Stockport manufacturers join steering group to improve support for others in their sector
Two Stockport manufacturers will join a new steering group aimed at strengthening support for other SME manufacturers in the North West to adopt new technologies. Arden Dies and Firstplay Dietary Foods have joined the steering group behind the Made Smarter North West’s £2.5 million … [Read more...]
Robinsons Brewery tops £100 million turnover for the first time
Stockport-based Robinsons Brewery has achieved a turnover surpassing £100 million for the first time in the company's history. In its latest financial results, revenues in 2025 reached £103.5m ( 2024: £97.7m), and reported an impressive 40% increase in Operating Profit (EBITDA) at £8.6m (2024: … [Read more...]
Major defence contract to support 100 jobs in Stockport
A nearly £1 billion British Army procurement contract will support around 100 skilled jobs at the Stockport location of defence manufacturer, KNDS (formerly WFEL). The deal will also create 100 new jobs at Rheinmetall's site in Telford, as well as support a further 300 positions in the two firms' … [Read more...]
New toolkit launched to help Greater Manchester manufacturers adopt AI
SME manufacturers across Greater Manchester are being supported to take practical steps to adopt AI into their processes with a new toolkit. AI Adoption in Manufacturing: A Practical Toolkit from Made Smarter has been developed by Made Smarter North West, the government-backed programme helping … [Read more...]
Stockport pharmaceuticals firm acquires Cheadle Royal Lakeside property
Stockport based pharmaceuticals business, Seda, has acquired the freehold for the Lakeside building it occupies at Cheadle Royal business park following a £15 million backing from investors, BGF. Acquisition of the 40,000 sq ft Lakehouse building from Seneca Property follows an £8 million … [Read more...]
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