EMN & Affiliate News
Citation: Mental health now among the main causes of workplace absence in the UK
With mental health now among the main causes of workplace absence in the UK, employers are facing increasing pressure to manage staff absences fairly and effectively. When absence isn’t handled well, it can lead to increased costs, falling morale, operational...
Citation: Free guide for your members | Employee wellbeing
Managing employee wellbeing is essential for a thriving business. Strong wellbeing can improve staff contentment, boost productivity, and reduce both presenteeism and absenteeism. When staff aren't properly supported, businesses can face lower productivity,...
Citation guide: Managing mental health related absences in the UK
Mental health is now one of the leading causes of sickness absence in the UK, responsible for 27% of short-term and 41% of long-term absences. When absence isn’t handled well, businesses face rising costs, team disruption, morale issues, and even discrimination risks....
JOHNSTON CARMICHAEL’S NEWCASTLE DIRECTOR STEPS UP TO NATIONAL LEADERSHIP ROLE
Leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has announced the appointment of Glen Small, VAT & Indirect Tax Director at its Newcastle office, as Head of Construction and Property across the firm nationally. The appointment marks a major...
Discover RS Industrial Services: Powering Safety, Efficiency, and Innovation – at the 2025 Manufacturing & Engineering Northeast Show
RS Industrial Services (RSIS), a leading independent supplier founded in 2001, is excited to display its expertise at the 2025 Manufacturing & Engineering Northeast Show. With over two decades of experience, RSIS has become a trusted partner for businesses across...
Horizon Works partners with EMN to support EMCON
Social media content, PR, animations and the production of an event programme were all part of industrial marketing specialist Horizon Works’ support for EMCON last month. The engineering and manufacturing showcase, organised by EMN, was held on September 18 at...
Menopause at work: A guide for employers | Download your FREE guide
Menopause is a natural life stage that can have a major impact on employees and the workplace. Yet many businesses are unsure how to provide the right support. That’s why our Service Provider Member, Citation, has created a FREE guide to help you understand and...
EMN Announces New Affiliate Partnership with Citation Group to Enhance ISO Accreditation and Health & Safety Support for Members
The Engineering and Manufacturing Network (EMN) is delighted to announce a new affiliate partnership with Citation Group, a leading provider of compliance and certification support services. This collaboration will bring enhanced access to expert guidance on ISO...
Why an EMN Member Should engage with the MTC
Hands-On Exposure to Advanced Manufacturing The event offers an immersive visit to the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), showcasing cutting-edge workshops and technologies. Attendees will gain direct insight into how MTC supports SMEs in adopting advanced...
CMYK | Business Technology and AEPartners Forge International IT Support Partnership
In a move that reflects the increasingly globalised nature of business and technology, AEPartners has announced a strategic IT support partnership with CMYK | Business Technology. This collaboration is designed to provide seamless, round-the-clock technical support to...
Companies Form and Networks Flourish at EMCON25 – SMS Tech Comes Full Circle
SMS Tech, a leading innovator in digital manufacturing solutions based in Seaham, is proud to announce the continuation of its successful partnership with the Engineering & Manufacturing Network (EMN), with a major milestone on the horizon: the launch of its...
Practical masterclass – equality and diversity in the workplace
Date: Thu 27th Nov Time: 9:30am-11:30am Venue: Zoom with Muckle LLP Address: Online Cost: £270.00 Would you like more confidence in handling equality obligations and avoiding discrimination in the workplace? It can be complicated but, like everything, it's much...
Lockton Insights: July 2025
Payment considerations following ransomware attacks Businesses can be tempted to quickly authorise requested ransom payments to re-normalise operations. However, this is not a decision any company should take without thorough consideration and due diligence. Read more...
Horizon Works steps forward with new brand identity
Industrial marketing company Horizon Works has launched a new brand, visual style and website. The brand is built around a modular, shifting logo that reflects the services and key sectors Horizon Works supports: advanced manufacturing; precision engineering;...
How can SMEs avoid insolvency during economic uncertainty?
In reality, the last 10 years have been challenging for the SME market. Laura Keegan, senior associate in our banking and restructuring team, reflects on this last decade and offers some tips on how your business can deal with the ever-present uncertainty in the...
Navigating the UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS): What your business needs to know
The government scheme created to simplify business trading between Great Britain and Northern Ireland – the UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS) – is now open for businesses to register. With the full implementation of the UKIMS, businesses across Great Britain (England,...
Collaborations between our EMN members
At The Engineering & Manufacturing Network we love to hear about collaborations between our members and this one highlights the value of our community brilliantly! Lockton one of our Affiliate members informed EMN members earlier this year about the softening of...
Horizon Works strengthens creative team with new appointment
North East England-based industrial marketing specialist Horizon Works has welcomed a new Senior Creative Designer to the business. Alex Finney has joined the company as it continues to experience growing demand for its creative expertise in sectors such as...
Lockton: Insight Newsletter
How D&O insurance can help protect against cyber related liability The consistent evolution of cyber-attacks has solidified cyber liabilities as a key topic in many boardrooms. Directors and officers may face shareholder litigation alleging negligence –...
JOHNSTON CARMICHAEL WELCOMES LEADING TRANSACTION TAX EXPERT TO NEWCASTLE TEAM
Leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its presence in the North East with the appointment of highly experienced tax specialist, Adrienne Paterson, as Tax Director in its Newcastle office. Adrienne is one of the region’s...
Spotlight On: Muckle LLP
What does Muckle do? We’re a leading commercial law firm based in Newcastle upon Tyne and with a hub in Cumbria. We provide commercial legal advice, including in relation to trading contracts, data and intellectual property, corporate, property, dispute, construction...
Lockton – Navigating Cyber Incidents
Dear EMN member, Ransomware attacks pose a significant threat, as recent incidents targeting UK retailers have demonstrated. Join our crucial webinar, "Navigating Cyber Incidents: Your Essential Response Strategies", where we'll equip you to understand these attacks,...
Tyne Design Week: A Bold New Festival Launching in the North East
23–27 June 2025 The North East’s first ever Tyne Design Week is here, a bold new festival set to put the region on the UK design map. From Trunki inventor Rob Law MBE to Atomhawk founder Ron Ashtiani, 12 live design challenges, 15+ open studios, and boundary-pushing...
JOHNSTON CARMICHAEL BOOSTS NEWCASTLE TEAM WITH SENIOR TAX HIRES
Leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its tax offering in the North East with a series of senior tax appointments. Will Hamilton, Rebecca McColl and Zita Duggan have joined the Newcastle office to further strengthen its...
CMYK & Close House announce ‘MAJOR’ Collaboration
This exciting announcement will unveil a new format for the golfing calendar at Close House. Bringing together club members to compete for the newly formed ‘CMYK Champion Golfer of the Year’. This new addition to the existing line up of trophy events will further...
Horizon Works: Free marketing healthcheck for EMN members
As we head into a new financial year, do you think your marketing will get you the results you need? Or is it time for a re-think… and an injection of fresh energy? International B2B marketing agency and EMN affiliate Horizon Works is offering a free three-hour...
Horizon Works: New podcast takes listeners on a subsea journey
Game changing advances in subsea engineering are explored in a new podcast from North East-based international B2B marketing company Horizon Works. The sixth episode of the company’s Invented Podcast, entitled World Firsts and Worldwide Impact, sees Horizon Works...
Masfix Achieves ISO 45001:2018 Certification: A Milestone in Workplace Safety
We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the prestigious ISO 45001:2018 certification, a globally recognised standard for occupational health and safety management systems. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the Masfix, underscoring our...
Lockton Insights: April 10th 2025
Trade credit: protecting your business from customer default Economic volatility is increasing the risk of non-payment for delivered goods or services. Best practice can help reduce your risk, but trade credit insurance gives you access to market intelligence...
EMN spring conference to help businesses transform maintenance and repairs
The EMN Spring Conference (EMConf) – Maintenance, Repair, Operations & Asset Management – is set to help engineering and manufacturing companies improve efficiency and drive sustainability this month. Taking place on Tuesday April 29 at The Work Place in Newton...
Johnston Carmichael: Expert commentary on Spring Statement – opportunity for NE manufacturing businesses
Comment from Paul Shields, Partner and Head of the Newcastle Office at Johnston Carmichael Chartered Accountants: "The Chancellor’s announcement of £2.2 billion in extra defence funding is a welcome opportunity for manufacturing and engineering businesses here in the...
VentureFest 2025 North East
The region’s innovation conference is back! VentureFest North East is returning to Civic Centre, Newcastle on Tuesday 18th March. A completely free event, the day is packed with speakers, workshops, exhibitors, funding opportunities and networking. If you’re looking...
Engineering & Manufacturing Marketers’ Meet-Up 2025 Tickets, Wed 5 Mar 2025 at 12:00 | Eventbrite
Book Now Date and time Wed, 5 Mar 2025 12:00 - 14:00 GMT Location Blyth Workspace Quay Road Blyth NE24 3AG Agenda 12:00 - 12:40 Lunch 12:40 - 12:45 Introductions Ailsa Anderson (EMN) 12:45 - 13:15 Attracting a Gen Z Audience in Manufacturing Richard Holmes - Horizon...
CMYK | Business Technology Deploys Life-Saving Device Through Partnership with Red Sky Foundation
CMYK | Business Technology has shown its dedication to community welfare by installing a publicly accessible defibrillator. CMYK purchased the defibrillator during last year's Red Sky Ball. Supported by their clients, Owben, this life-saving equipment is available...
Innovative Project Closing the Gap Between South Tyneside Residents and Local Manufacturing Jobs
Gateshead-based equity, diversity and inclusion consultancy Positive About Inclusion has been commissioned by the North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA) to deliver Stage 3 of the exciting Inclusivity Pilot in Advanced Manufacturing, South Tyneside (IPAM-ST) project....
Johnston Carmichael: The failure to prevent fraud offence – are you prepared?
What is the offence of ‘failure to prevent fraud’ introduced by the Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (‘ECCTA’): Guidance (here) published by the Home Office updates the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) by introducing enhanced...
UMi February 2025
UMi launch Get Funding service to support businesses to access the best grants, finance and investment. Specialist providers of business support, finance and funding, UMi, launches industry changing Get Funding service to make it easier for the 60% of SMEs who...
Lockton Insight Newsletter 30th Jan 2025
Data centres: protecting projects across the life cycle Demand for data centre capacity is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years. But quality and reliability are the cornerstones of every project. Risk management, which includes insurance, must be a key...
Muckle: Getting your contracts right – a practical approach
Book Now Contracts are a fundamental part of any business. If you’re buying or selling goods and services, the likelihood is that you’ll be signing or asking someone to sign a contract. This course is designed to provide you with the fundamental principles of contract...
What you need to know about the EU General Product Safety Regulation 2023
The EU’s Regulation on General Product Safety 2023 (GPSR), which replaces the old EU General Product Safety Directive 2001 (GPSD), introduces a regime which better reflects modern technology, products and business practices. The new legislation aims to ensure that...
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SALARY SACRIFICE SCHEME & NOW INTRODUCING USED ELECTRIC VEHICLE SALARY SACRIFICE SCHEME
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Schemes generally assists businesses and helps them stand out when recruiting and support s businesses sustainability goals – boosting the rewards package offered to staff while shrinking carbon footprint. Plus, with salary sacrifice,...
SMS Technology have just celebrated its 3rd year in business
SMS Technology have just celebrated its 3rd year in business which was celebrated with the onboarding of an manufacturing facility in South America as well as reevaluating its Business carbon assessment and remained a Net Zero service provider They have big plans for...
Horizon Works: Thrive in ’25 – free marketing healthcheck for engineering and manufacturing businesses
Does your marketing need a new restart? Are you lagging behind your competitors? Are you getting the results you’d hoped for? EMN affiliate and international B2B marketing agency Horizon Works is offering a free three-hour marketing healthcheck to EMN members, to help...
Johnston Carmichael: Remote Working: Navigating Tax Challenges in a Global Landscape
Remote working has transformed the global employment landscape, offering businesses and employees unprecedented flexibility. The attraction of working from anywhere, coupled with the enticing proposition of hiring talent globally, has unlocked exciting new...
Masfix: How Vendor Managed Inventory Can Improve Efficiency for Manufacturing and Engineering Businesses
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) is a supply chain management strategy where the supplier takes responsibility for managing the inventory levels at the customer's location. This approach has gained significant traction in manufacturing and engineering sectors, offering...
ISO accreditation reinforces modular building firm’s strength in construction industry
Integra Buildings, a leading designer and manufacturer of modular buildings, has reinforced its place in the construction industry and is poised for further growth after achieving accreditation for two ISO standards. The firm has successfully achieved ISO 14001 and...
Insider Made in the North East Awards 2025
Insider is pleased to announce table bookings are open for the Made in the North East Awards, which will take place on Thursday, 13 March 2025. This prestigious event celebrates world-class companies based in the North East and the products they are making here and...
Engineering & Manufacturing Network (EMN) Announces Leadership Transition
Photo, from left to right: Philip Astley, EMN Vice Chair & Board Member, Managing Director of The Expanded Metal Company Ltd, Ailsa Anderson, EMN Director of Development, David Land, EMN active ambassadorial member, Interim CEO at The Auckland Project, Richard...
JOHNSTON CARMICHAEL APPOINTS NORTH EAST’S LEADING PRIVATE CLIENT TAX DIRECTOR TO FURTHER STRENGTHEN TEAM
Leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its team in Newcastle with the appointment of long-established Private Client Tax Director, Chris Hodgson. Chris joins the team with over 37 years of experience in private client...
TYNESIDE SURGICAL SERVICES PARTNERS WITH CMYK TO DELIVER IT SERVICES
Tyneside Surgical Services partnered with CMYK Business Technology earlier this year, to deliver Managed IT Services to their three sites across the North East and Manchester. Tyneside Surgical Services (TSS) is an independent provider of NHS care, established in 2007...