At the heart of the North East’s industrial landscape, EMN is the leading membership network dedicated to the growth and success of the engineering and manufacturing businesses across Durham, Teesside, Tyne & Wear, and Northumberland.
In an era defined by technological innovation and Industry 4.0, the engineering and manufacturing industries remain the cornerstones of regional progress. The Engineering & Manufacturing Network (EMN) provides a powerful collective voice, connecting start-up SMEs to global multi-nationals to foster a thriving, resilient ecosystem.
Why Join Our Manufacturing Community?
EMN is more than a directory; we are a strategic partner helping businesses navigate supply chain complexities, adopt advanced manufacturing technologies, and develop a highly skilled workforce. Whether you are focused on hydrogen energy, rail and automotive supply chains, or offshore engineering, we provide the platform to accelerate your success.
Peer-to-Peer Support:
Overcome growth challenges by drawing on the impartial expertise of industry peers and specialist partners within the network.
Supply Chain Resilience:
We help large-scale companies strengthen their local North East supply chains while providing smaller businesses with the visibility they need to win new contracts.
Sector-Specific Insights:
Stay ahead with expert resources on R&D, sustainability, digital transformation, advanced manufacturing and emerging opportunities in the Hydrogen, Energy, and Advanced Materials sectors.
A Network of Excellence:
Join a community of like-minded innovators dedicated to improving working practices and driving industrial productivity across the North of England.
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Turning growth ambition into action: a practical starting point for manufacturers
Growth is rarely as simple as deciding you want more customers. For engineering and manufacturing businesses, growth can mean entering a new market, diversifying into a different sector, increasing sales with existing customers, launching a new product or simply...
Turning growth ambition into action: a practical starting point for manufacturers
Growth is rarely as simple as deciding you want more customers. For engineering and manufacturing businesses, growth can mean entering a new market, diversifying into a different sector, increasing sales with existing customers, launching a new product or simply...
Yaskawa UK joins EMN to strengthen North East manufacturing connections
Global automation and robotics specialist Yaskawa UK has joined the Engineering & Manufacturing Network, strengthening its connections with manufacturers, engineers and education providers across the North East. The Engineering & Manufacturing Network (EMN) is...
