A maritime trade hub has unveiled record results.


A maritime trade hub has unveiled record results.

Turntide Technologies, a global leader in electrification solutions, has been selected by Hitachi Rail to supply Gen 2 lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery system for its Grand Central intercity battery train contract.

The North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA) has today released the June 2025 Progress Report on the delivery of the North East Local Skills Improvement Plan (NELSIP), originally launched in June 2023.

As a member of the North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA), you’re part of the UK’s largest automotive cluster – a powerful platform for collaboration, innovation, and growth. But to unlock the full value of your membership, proactive engagement is key.


The flagship North East Automotive Expo 2025 returns in September with growing evidence that exhibitors are winning major contracts as a direct result of attending.

Turnover has risen at the UK arm of a global safety products maker, which employs hundreds of people in Northumberland, in a year where demand remained strong despite rising costs.

The North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA) is pleased to announce that Preston Technical will be the official Stage Sponsor at this year’s NEAA Expo 2025, taking place on 25th September at the Beacon of Light, Sunderland.

The Industrial Strategy is a 10-year plan to increase business investment and grow the industries of the future in the UK. The Strategy will make it quicker and easier for business to invest and will provide the certainty and stability needed for long-term investment decisions.

A new facility in County Durham is set to power up the UK’s battery ambitions.