the heart of the engineering and manufacturing industries in the North East
the heart of the engineering and manufacturing industries in the North East
Welcome to the Engineering & Manufacturing Network (EMN), a membership network. In an ever-evolving landscape of innovation and production, the engineering and manufacturing sectors are cornerstones of progress. Yet even the most successful businesses can benefit from shared knowledge, collaborative opportunities, and a powerful collective voice.
EMN is more than just a directory; it’s a dynamic membership network specifically designed to connect, empower, and champion engineering and manufacturing businesses across Durham, Teesside, Tyne & Wear and Northumberland. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of this industry, from navigating technological advancements and supply chain complexities to fostering skilled workforces and driving sustainable growth.
Our mission is to encourage a thriving ecosystem where businesses can forge valuable partnerships, exchange best practices, access vital resources, and collectively influence the future of engineering and manufacturing. Whether you’re startup, a well-established SME, or a large-scale enterprise, EMN offers a platform to strengthen your impact, expand your reach, and accelerate your success.
Join us to unlock a world of opportunities, connect with like-minded innovators, and become part of a community dedicated to excellence in engineering and manufacturing.
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Help smaller and emerging businesses overcome growth challenges and avoid pitfalls, providing impartial peer to peer support;
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Assist large scale and multi-national companies grow stronger roots in the north east engineering and manufacturing landscape – strengthen their local supply chains whilst sharing their wealth of experience for the benefit of the whole community;
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Provide individual personnel from engineering and manufacturing businesses with access to their peers, draw on specialist expertise, improve working practices to become more effective and efficient;
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Provide a members question and answer service…as a network of peers, someone will have an answer to your challenge or query. Just Ask!
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Citation: Employee Wellbeing Checklist
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Just Williams: “How Hard Can It Be?”
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Spotlight On: JKL Mouldings Ltd
What does JKL Mouldings do? Established back in 1971, JKL Mouldings are a trade plastic injection moulding company based in Durham. With a site now exceeding 60,000sq ft, we are able to provide a full turnkey solution for our customers. We are accredited to ISO...