Grace Peckett, a Mechatronics Apprentice at Amazon, has been announced as the winner of this year’s Enginuity Skills Awards Trophy Design Competition. She is part of the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) Training Apprenticeship Programme.

The world's leading engineers and construction industry professionals are set to gather in South Africa, from 21-23 September 2025 when the international engineering federation FIDIC (the International Federation of Consulting Engineers) holds its annual Global Infrastructure Conference in Cape Town.

The trade organisation representing British manufacturers has seen a surge in membership applications in the last month, as interest in ‘buying British’ grows.

As the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) celebrates its 80th anniversary, it has announced what the organiser says is an exciting, fresh new approach to its annual conference, which takes place at the British Motor Museum on 18 September this year.

EngineeringUK has announced dates for its national campaign, Tomorrow’s Engineers Week, which celebrates and showcases careers in engineering and technology. 

ASG Arrowsmith, a leading precision aerospace subcontract specialist, part of the Manchester based ASG Group, has announced it has significantly enhanced its machining capabilities with a recent investment in two new multi-spindle CNC machines.

Resistors are indispensable in the transition to smarter, safer and more sustainable factories, but their contribution is often overlooked. Mike Torbitt, managing director of resistor manufacturer Cressall, explains how resistors ensure the reliability and efficiency of factory operations, from motor control to safely stopping equipment in the case of emergencies

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has launched a new apprenticeship pack, to guide employers, apprentices and their parents throughout the process.

Optimising industrial burner technology enhances efficiency, reduces emissions, and cuts costs. Through advanced modulation, fuel flexibility, and digital monitoring, businesses can achieve significant energy savings while meeting sustainability and regulatory goals. PWE reports

Pupils from Mintlaw Academy will head off to Thunder Bay Marine Sanctuary in Alpena, United States after winning the MATE Scotland ROV competition held at Robert Gordon University (RGU).

Compressed air is a proven source of reliable and sustainable power for industrial operations. Now, with technologies such as remote monitoring and AI optimisation, it is set to enter a new era of performance and efficiency.

Beldam Crossley a leading engineering and manufacturing firm has announced a major investment of £650,000 in cutting-edge equipment and facility upgrades to enhance its production capabilities, meet increasing demand, and drive efficiency across operations.

Anthony Smith, Managing Director of Metal Work Pneumatic UK, discusses with PWE’s Aaron Blutstein the enduring role of pneumatics amid the rise of AI and robotics. With a strong focus on people, innovation, and customer collaboration, the company’s new Milton Keynes facility expands its capacity for bespoke solutions, while leveraging AI to enhance the customer experience and strengthen its people-centric approach.

The rise of AI in construction and its effect on the skills gap - both positive and negative - will be one of the key topics of conversation at next month’s UK Construction Week London, which returns to the ExCeL from May 7th to 9th.

A groundbreaking human-centered approach to change management has played a pivotal role in accelerating digital transformation within Rolls-Royce’s manufacturing supply chain.

Capula, a leading provider of advanced operational technology and industrial digitalisation, has announced it has introduced its Smart Digital Operations (SDO) service to support the nuclear sector's evolving safety, efficiency, and sustainability needs.

ABB has announced the introduction of ABB Ability Industrial Knowledge Vault, a generative AI-driven solution designed to solve the growing challenge of knowledge loss in industrial environments.

A record number of sponsors are backing this year’s Leeds Manufacturing Festival, as employers in the region look to innovative ways to address the sector’s skills gap and inspire a new generation of talent to consider careers in the industry.

David Strain, technical director at industrial water equipment supplier Technidrive, explains how VSDs are enhancing pump energy efficiency and performance

Compressed air is a proven source of reliable and sustainable power for industrial operations. Now, with technologies such as remote monitoring and AI optimisation, it is set to enter a new era of performance and efficiency.

The industrial robotics sector continues to experience strong growth, with operational stock at approximately four million robots according to statistics from the International Federation of Robotics. Improvements in robotic grippers have helped accelerate industrial robot uptake, but is there room for further development? Ross Turnbull, Director of Business Development and Product Engineering at ASIC design and supply company Swindon Silicon Systems, explains further

Resistors are indispensable in the transition to smarter, safer and more sustainable factories, but their contribution is often overlooked. Mike Torbitt, managing director of resistor manufacturer Cressall, explains how resistors ensure the reliability and efficiency of factory operations, from motor control to safely stopping equipment in the case of emergencies

David Strain, technical director at industrial water equipment supplier Technidrive, explains how VSDs are enhancing pump energy efficiency and performance

Anthony Smith, Managing Director of Metal Work Pneumatic UK, discusses with PWE’s Aaron Blutstein the enduring role of pneumatics amid the rise of AI and robotics. With a strong focus on people, innovation, and customer collaboration, the company’s new Milton Keynes facility expands its capacity for bespoke solutions, while leveraging AI to enhance the customer experience and strengthen its people-centric approach.

Anthony Smith, Managing Director of Metal Work Pneumatic UK, discusses with PWE’s Aaron Blutstein the enduring role of pneumatics amid the rise of AI and robotics. With a strong focus on people, innovation, and customer collaboration, the company’s new Milton Keynes facility expands its capacity for bespoke solutions, while leveraging AI to enhance the customer experience and strengthen its people-centric approach.

A new partnership between UK Construction Week (UKCW) and CPI, the independently governed not-for-profit organisation, responsible for the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) has been announced, which will debut at the London show in May. The partnership is born out of a joint ambition to see culture change across the built environment sector by improving quality and moving towards a greater transparency of available product information and higher standards of marketing practices.

BEP Surface Technologies, a leading provider of surface finishing solutions, has announced it has completed a half-million-pound factory refurbishment to drive growth and innovation.

Graham Barker, Sales & Service Director at Riello Burners UK, discusses with PWE how the combustion research sector is tackling the problem of reducing nitrogen oxides (NOx) and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions through innovation in burner technologies

ABB has announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and a Framework Agreement with international industrial services provider Bilfinger to collaborate on instrumentation and digital solutions boosting operational efficiencies in the energy and process industries.

Chris Johnson* explores how precision bearings are enhancing the performance and reliability of cobots

Rockwell Automation has announced it has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, detailing the company’s approach to sustainability and progress across its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. The report outlines Rockwell’s efforts to support sustainable customers, a sustainable company, and sustainable communities.

Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced it has been named the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation 2025 by Corporate Knights and is the only company to rank first in the Global 100 twice.

The 2025 Top Employers have been announced, and ABB has again been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK. 

Atlas Copco Rental UK and Ireland, has opened a new depot in Brockworth, Gloucester to strengthen its presence in the South and South West.

Ashley Quarterman, Executive Director Designate from the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS), explores how generating nitrogen as a by-product of compressed air can offer cost savings of up to 90%.

Schaeffler UK has been recognised with the Most Innovative Supplier Award 2024 by RS, a global provider of industrial products and services. The award was given in acknowledgment of Schaeffler’s Lifetime Solutions portfolio, a comprehensive range of products, services, and solutions designed to support maintenance engineers throughout the lifecycle of machinery.

Pennine Pneumatic Services Limited (PPS), a compressed air distributor in Yorkshire, UK, has become part of Atlas Copco Group, after being acquired by Atlas Copco UK Holdings Ltd

ERIKS Industrial Services has announced the addition of strategic stock to its Aberdeen and Plymouth service centres, aimed at bolstering its Fulfilment Centre of Expertise (FCE). The move is intended to support the company’s goal of achieving next-day delivery of parts, fully tracked, before 9am for all customers.

Chris Johnson* explores how precision bearings are enhancing the performance and reliability of cobots

The BCMPA has announced it is launching a new category of membership from the 1st January 2025, as it invites organisations who provide goods, services and advice to the manufacturing, packing, fulfilment, and logistics sectors to network and collaborate with the UK’s outsourcing industry.

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming manufacturing, with open automation systems connecting devices and machines across the factory floor. While this connectivity unlocks incredible efficiencies, it also creates a vast attack surface for cyber threats.

Polypipe Building Services has significantly cut energy costs by up to £36,000 annually with the installation of a new process water cooling system at its Aylesford plant. Designed by Isocool and incorporating Eurochiller’s free air coolers, the system reduces energy consumption by utilising ambient air for cooling.

Chris Iveson, the CEO and Co-Founder of FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics, has shared four predictions for how he believes smart factory operations will evolve in 2025:

Renishaw has announced it recently hosted a special event at its Miskin manufacturing facility in South Wales, celebrating the intersection of cutting-edge additive manufacturing (AM) technology and high-performance sports. Team GB cyclists Emma Finucane and Sophie Capewell visited Renishaw to share their experiences, inspiring the next generation of STEM innovators and highlighting Renishaw’s contribution to Great Britain’s Olympic success.

On 23rd October 2024, the National Fluid Power Centre (NFPC) in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, hosted its 12th annual Industry Open Day, marking its most successful event to date. Over 300 attendees, including students and representatives from national and international companies, gathered to explore advancements in hydraulics, electro-hydraulics, pneumatics, control, and automation technologies.

On October 30 and 31, 2024, over 9,800 engineering and manufacturing professionals flocked to the NEC, Birmingham, to attend the 15th edition of Advanced Engineering. Across the two days, visitors witnessed the very latest that the industry had to offer, with over 400 exhibitors showcasing their innovations.

Companies that want to collaborate on government-backed environmental projects are being urged to contact Aston University’s Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI).

A University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre apprentice has helped the UK's largest aircrete block manufacturer slash operational pump costs by 86% by significantly reducing water usage, repair costs and downtime.

Stephen Hayes, managing director of automation and control technology specialist, Beckhoff UK, explores how companies can strengthen cybersecurity in open automation systems and safeguard their connected factories

Libby Peacock, a compressed air specialist at Rubix, has highlighted the significant financial challenges faced by production facilities across Europe due to air leakage. She emphasises that this often-overlooked issue can lead to substantial financial losses as well as serious environmental consequences. PWE reports.