The North East Automotive Alliance Expo 2026 recorded over 700 delegates, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, technology providers, educators and key stakeholders from across the sector.


The North East Automotive Alliance Expo 2026 recorded over 700 delegates, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, technology providers, educators and key stakeholders from across the sector.

Plans to transform a former County Durham cement works into a lithium production facility have taken another step forward following a £500,000 funding boost.

Antalis Packaging is helping businesses make better-informed decisions about their packaging by giving them access to detailed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data and analysis.

With corrosion-related damage estimated to cost global supply chains billions each year, Antalis Packaging is encouraging manufacturers to review how they protect metal components during storage and transportation. Continue reading

For many men, especially in our industry, there’s an unspoken pressure to simply push through challenges, keep quiet and carry on.

Education Partnership North East (EPNE) has appointed Iain Nixon as group executive principal for regional skills, strengthening its commitment to workforce development and economic growth across the North East.

Two North East universities are to lead a new national network aimed at making the UK’s £45bn coatings industry more sustainable after securing a £1.38m funding boost.

The BGA are delighted to once again work in collaboration with Helios Gear School from the USA to bring their 2 Day Gear Fundamentals Course to the UK.

A County Durham college has secured a key role in a £250 million regional skills programme aimed at helping adults retrain, change careers and access new employment opportunities.

A North East university has been recognised for its contribution to regional economic growth, research innovation and business collaboration.