Optimas Solutions UK manufacturing division, Barton Cold-Form, demonstrated the power of local, in-house manufacturing. The Droitwich-based plant prevented a major OEM production shutdown in under a week.
Category: NEAA News
2025 everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards Winner
We are incredibly proud to announce that Chloe Docherty, the Director of the AGI Global Logistics Newcastle office, was named the winner of the ‘Freight Award – Leader’ category at the 2025 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards, at a ceremony held in London in June!
Applied Integration Joins Expo 2025 as Technology Showcase Sponsor
The NEAA is delighted to welcome Applied Integration as the official Technology Showcase Sponsor for the North East Automotive Expo 2025!
Founded in Stokesley, North Yorkshire in 2005, Applied Integration (AI) is a leading UK provider of robotics, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and advanced automation solutions, specialising in the development of safety and mission-critical systems across multiple sectors.
North East Mayor Commissions Expanded Production Facility at Turntide’s Gateshead Campus
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness officially commissioned Turntide Technologies’ new energy storage and battery technology production area at the company’s engineering campus and global headquarters in Gateshead, U.K.
AGI Global Logistics Promote Lisa Montague to Regional Commercial Director for the South
Freight forwarder AGI Global Logistics have announced the promotion of Lisa Montague to their Regional Commercial Director for the South.
North East manufacturers see output recover according to new survey
Manufacturers in the North East have seen output recover to pre-Covid times, according to the latest Make UK/BDO Annual Regional Manufacturing Outlook report, with the sector a major contributor to the local economy.
Draeger Safety UK eyes growth with head of sales and marketing director appointment
Blyth-based Draeger Safety UK, part of The Dräger Group, has appointed a head of sales and marketing director to support the company’s growth plans.
Automotive sector to benefit from £2.5bn government commitment – set to support thousands of jobs
UK automotive companies are set to benefit from £2.5bn from the UK Government over the next decade to support thousands of jobs and help ensure the UK remains at the forefront of zero-emission vehicle development.
New ban on gagging clauses in settlement agreements as employment law reform timetable unveiled
Tom Clarke, Associate in Hay & Kilner’s Employment Law & HR Team
The Government has recently released some updates to the Employment Rights Bill, including significant changes to the use of confidentiality clauses in contracts and settlement agreements and the provision of an intended timeline for the phased delivery of other elements of the Bill.
UNW strengthens executive team with appointment of Chief Finance and Operations Officer
Leading North East independent chartered accountancy and business advisory firm UNW has formally announced the appointment of Fran Rutherford as Chief Finance and Operations Officer. A Chartered Accountant, Fran joined the firm in April 2025 and brings a wealth of strategic and financial leadership experience. Continue reading
