New College Durham (NCD) is delighted to announce it has been chosen as one of only four colleges across the country to have been recognised as an Advanced Manufacturing Technical Excellence College (TEC).
Author: Laura Gage
NEAA responds to Nissan’s announcement
Nissan’s announcement to cut 10% of its European workforce is part of its continual push to improve competitiveness and reflects the complex and evolving landscape facing the UK and European automotive sector.
Navigating rising employment costs in automotive retail: practical tax considerations for 2026/27
By Adam Wingrove, Tax Manager, Clive Owen LLP
Automotive retailers are entering the 2026/27 tax year facing a familiar but intensifying challenge: rising employment costs coupled with a highly competitive labour market. Technicians, sales executives and aftersales specialists remain in short supply, and the pressure to recruit and retain talent is colliding with a tightening tax and regulatory environment.
Scantime Becomes WAGO’s Official UK Training Partner, Opening Dedicated PLC Training Facilities at Alderley Park and Gateshead
Scantime, the UK’s leading independent PLC training provider, today announces a training partnership with WAGO, the global leader in modular automation and interconnection technology. Under the agreement, Scantime becomes WAGO’s UK training partner and an approved reseller within Scantime’s Partner Reseller Programme.
AR Power Strengthens Senior Management Team
Washington-based renewable energy company, AR Power, has announced key changes to its senior management team as it positions itself for continued growth and expansion across the UK commercial solar sector.
East Durham College taps into Formula 1 Fever to Drive Student Ambition and Opportunity
East Durham College is continuing to accelerate opportunities for students through a powerful combination of employer engagement, national showcase events, and significant investment in campus facilities.
Automation For Everyone – RARUK Automation introduces brand‑new company video
RARUK Automation is a trusted automation distributor, specialising in cutting-edge technologies that are designed to enhance productivity and efficiency across all industries.
Developing Future Talent: LOGISTEED UK and TTS Partnership Supporting Workforce Growth
BACKGROUND
A partnership focused on apprenticeships, warehousing training and green skills development is helping build the next generation of logistics professionals in the North East.
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Autonomous Logistics Project at the Port of Tyne Demonstrates the North East’s Leadership in Connected and Automated Mobility
The North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA), alongside the Port of Tyne, Oxa, and a consortium of leading industry and academic partners, has successfully delivered the P‑CAL (Port‑Connected and Automated Logistics) project, marking a major milestone in the region’s journey to become a global leader in Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM).
Rodriguez Partners With Thomson for Linear Motion Range
Leading engineering distributor R. A. Rodriguez (UK) Ltd has expanded its linear technology offering by partnering with Thomson Industries, Inc. (a Regal Rexnord Brand). Thomson specialises in linear motion technology, including ball screws, electric linear actuators and guide rails.
