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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...
Spotlight On: Theo James Recruitment
What does Theo James Recruitment do? Theo James Recruitment is a specialist talent partner to the manufacturing and engineering industry. We provide bespoke recruitment solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients, helping them attract top talent and...
Business Durham: Get Set Green
Business Durham is delighted to invite you to our annual Get Set Green event on 19th February 2025 at Ramside Hall, Durham. The event builds on the success of the Net Zero Showcase in 2022 and the Get Set Green Conference in 2024 and will focus on inspiring businesses...
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...
UK Export Finance (UKEF) Join the Engineering & Manufacturing Network (EMN)
UK Export Finance (UKEF) is the governments Export credit agency for the UK and we are here to support exporters with working capital, export credit insurance and buyer finance. My name is Pat Kendell & I look after the North East for UKEF and I know that many...
FEG Global strengthens team with Engineering recruits
We are pleased to welcome Anneshwa Kazi and Callum Wardle to the FEG family. While Anneshwa joins as Project Process Engineer and Callum joins as Project Design Engineer, both have a real appetite for expanding their experience and developing their skills with the...
Citation: HR and Health & Safety
If you’ve learnt anything from the past few years, it’s how important it is to stay on top of your HR and Health & Safety. As the new year rolls around now is the perfect time to review your compliance. With our Service Provider Member Citation’s HR and Health...
IPS Newcastle promises a New Era in Electro-Mechanical Engineering
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK – [3rd December] The acquisition of Houghton International by Integrated Power Services (IPS) in May this year marked a significant milestone for electro-mechanical engineering in the UK. Now operating as IPS Newcastle, the industry leader in...
Muckle LLP: The Procurement Act 2023: Central Digital Platform – news for authorities and suppliers
The light is slowly dawning on the way in which the Central Digital Platform will work under the new Procurement Act 2023 (Act). The latest missive on the CDP from the Cabinet Office gives the first inklings of the type of functionality we can expect and...
Tees Maritime Cluster
Background The objectives of the Tees Maritime Cluster are to: 1) promote maritime skills and careers to ensure a pipeline of talent to drive growth 2) Encourage development of the Tees Valley maritime business ecosystem, and 3) Showcase the Tees Valley’s maritime...
Citation: Managing short-term sickness guide
Want to simplify sickness absence management? With the colder months upon us, you’re bound to be dealing with an increase in sickness absence. But it’s how you deal with this that decides the impact on your business. That’s where our Service Provider Member Citation...
Lockton – Insight
Five key challenges for the data centre industry As demand for data soars, investment is flowing into data centres. This growth is not without challenges, however – including how to deliver data at scale, and minimise the sector’s carbon-intensive footprint. Read more...
Katmex: Tees Business LIVE
Lee Cranston, Managing Director of Katmex, recently joined an influential panel at Tees Business LIVE, held at Wynyard Hall, where he shared insights on Teesside’s promising future as a hub for growth, investment, and innovation. He was joined onstage by regional...
Katmex: Solo Fencing Systems Case Study
Client: Solo Fencing Systems Sectors: Suppliers of Specialised Fencing Equipment to the Construction and Agricultural Industries Overview For the past two years, Solo Fencing Systems has partnered with Katmex, utilising their gas profiling and oxy cutting services....
Citation: Webinar invite – Mental health awareness: Building a healthier happier team in 2024
Want to learn how to boost employee wellbeing this winter? Poor mental health not only impacts productivity but can also increase long-term and short-term absences due to stress related illnesses. It’s your responsibility as an employer to help your employees out...
RARUK Automation Signs New Partnership with Cambrian Robotics
Leading robotics distributor RARUK Automation has signed a new partnership deal with innovative AI vision company Cambrian Robotics. Cambrian Vision is a robust vision system that can operate in challenging light conditions and can easily identify parts made from a...
Funded UKSPF Course Information.
Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness 600/5207/7 This accredited classroom-based course provides a nationally recognised Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness. One Unit: Introduction to Health and Safety Awareness in the Workplace (J/600/7805) In work...
Citation: Unlock business growth with Health & Safety
Want to learn how Health & Safety can be used as a strategy to level up your business? Download the latest free guide from our Service Provider Member Citation that explores the powerful benefits of prioritising good Health & Safety in your business. From...
North East represented on national cyber security scheme
A tech and business consultancy has been selected as one of only seven consultancies – and the only northern firm - to be part of the National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC), Cyber Resilience Audit scheme. As an NCSC-assured service provider, Waterstons – which is...
Latest DASA Case Study: DTEP SMEs make their mark in the UK defence supply chain
We’re delighted to share the details of our latest Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) case study about UK SMEs, funded through the DASA-delivered Defence Technology Exploitation Programme, advancing innovation in defence through collaboration. We’re sending you...
HR2day Training Courses
Book Now Enrol for our exclusive training courses, designed to provide personalised, hands-on learning with a maximum of 16 participants per course. This limited space ensures you receive focused attention and quality instruction. Don’t miss out—enrol today on a...
Lockton: Insight Newsletter
Mitigating the risk of cannabis farming within UK commercial properties There has been a growing trend of criminal gangs illegally occupying vacant retail and leisure premises such as shops, restaurants, nightclubs, and it’s not uncommon to see losses totalling...
Citation: Employment Rights Bill guide
In the face of the recently published Employment Rights Bill, it's crucial that your business is prepared for significant changes to Employment Law affecting all UK businesses. Our Service Provider Member Citation’s latest guide, 'The Employment Rights Bill: Your...
New Partnership Brings Enhanced Capabilities
#EMCON, the region’s largest meeting of cross sector engineers and manufacturers took place on Thursday 12 September 2024 and we’re already seeing the impact of the connections and new relationships that were built on the day. Two of this years’ exhibitors, Turnmill...
Weardale Railway Santa Train – EMN Member Offer
The Auckland Project have joined up with EMN to offer EMN members some great savings on a wide range of seasonal activities – see...
Key highlights from the UK Autumn Budget – insights from Paul Shields, Johnston Carmichael
Paul Shields, Partner and Head of the Newcastle office at Johnston Carmichael, provides a summary of the key points from the recent UK Autumn Budget. With Paul’s expertise and understanding of the challenges our industry faces, his insights offer a valuable...
EAL Level 2 Diploma in Manufacturing (Knowledge and Skills)
Hartlepool College have some funding to deliver the attached qualification over a four-day period (four-day block or day release for four weeks).The funding is for up to 60 (ideally four groups of 15, but can deliver it with a minimum of 8) and can be used for people...
Fully-funded engineering courses to help Sunderland companies power ahead
Sunderland-based businesses are being urged to enhance their teams’ engineering skills and extend their capabilities, through fully funded courses delivered by training specialist, Seta. As a partner of the Sunderland Skills and Inclusion Programme (SSIP), Seta is now...
RARUK Automation Technology Showcase Event – Middlesbrough
On the 4th of December, RARUK Automation is hosting an Automation For Everyone – Technology Showcase at AV Dawson, Port of Middlesbrough from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. If you are considering automation or find your business struggling with productivity or labour shortage...
SMS Tech are approved on the G Cloud 14 Framework
SMS Tech are approved on the G Cloud 14 Framework 👩🔬 🏥 👩🔬 🏥 👩🔬 🏥 👩🔬 🏥 "After working with the team at the Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and seeing the benefits that we achieved in improving morale, reducing costs and supporting targets to net zero...
Modular Security Solutions: Secure Clean Room Construction Project? 8 Reasons To Chose Security Composite Panels
Walling systems certified to physical security standards like LPS 1175 meet one clean room construction containment requirement. Effective clean room containment requires many additional control measures and specified construction product performance criteria be met....
Aligning your business with the new Industrial Strategy – advice for Engineering and Manufacturing Network members
Samantha Vassallo, Managing Director of North East-based international B2B marketing company and EMN affiliate Horizon Works, looks at the impact of the Government’s new industrial strategy for manufacturing marketing. The UK Government’s recently announced Industrial...
IQMS: need help with ISO Certifications?
Need Help with ISO Certifications? Getting Value from your Certifications is essential. Your Certification Bodies will happily assess and verify conformance but they have to be impartial, therefore are unable to help you ensure the system works for your business. If...
GEM PARTNERSHIP: In September this year, GEM Partnership celebrated 15 years of service!
In September this year, GEM Partnership celebrated 15 years of service! https://www.gempartnership.com/15-years-of-gem-partnership/ In 2009, after many eventful moments GEM Partnership came to fruition and began it’s (ongoing!) 15 year journey in providing...
GEM PARTNERSHIP: Provided bespoke Safe Manual Handling training to the employees of Novares.
Novares In September, GEM Partnership provided bespoke Safe Manual Handling training to the employees of Novares. Novares' QHSE Leader, Anthony Devine said: "We recently had GEM partnership attend site to deliver a safe manual handling course to our employees, the...
DURHAM UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL: Free, one hour Masterclasses to encourage discussion on the latest supply chain topics.
Durham University Business School is introducing the first in a series of free, one hour Masterclasses to encourage discussion on the latest supply chain topics. These are open to anyone working in the field of supply chain, logistics and procurement and please feel...
SOUTH WEST DURHAM TRAINING: Engineers & Plumbers Unite
Looking for a future career in Engineering? Open Event Details: Wednesday 6th November 2024 5pm – 8pm. Tour our fantastic facility, meet our expert tutors and speak directly to employers from a range of Engineering companies, including: Solatron, MEC Machine Tools,...
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY: Apprenticeships offing for Industry
Teesside University’s admission teams have been extremely busy, over the past few months, processing hundreds of student applications. We have enjoyed supporting our employers, and their employees, with their September apprenticeship applications. You may not be aware...
HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE: The 2025 Big Apprenticeship Event – Official Invite / Save the Date
Have a look at what 2023’s event was like by clicking the link https://bit.ly/hcfeBIGAppEvent2023Fly The format is the same as previous years, although this year we have extended the invitation list to over 90 companies, but limited to just over 70 exhibitors, so...
Spotlight On: Amplified Leaders – Paul Hind
What does Amplified Leaders do? Amplified Leaders deliver premium quality leadership team training to manufacturers as well as offering a manufacturing consultancy service. We also offer Coaching and Mentoring to leaders and potential future leaders. What makes...
Teesside University – Available Courses
Teesside University’s admission teams have been extremely busy, over the past few months, processing hundreds of student applications. We have enjoyed supporting our employers, and their employees, with their September apprenticeship applications. You may not be aware...
Renovo Solutions – International placement opportunity support required
Being the first dedicated round cutting tool facility in the north of England, employing the first cutting tool grinding apprentice in the NE in over 60 years AND employing the first and only female grinding specialist apprentice in the UK we think are great...
Lloyds – Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme – Updated Offers including used EV’s
Dear EMN Members, We wanted to share with you further information relating to Salary Sacrifice for your employees. on zero emission vehicles. It could help you stand out when you’re recruiting and support your sustainability goals – boosting your rewards package while...
Horizon Works bolsters delivery team with senior appointment
North East-based international B2B marketing company and EMN member Horizon Works has recruited a new PR and communications specialist as it gears up for further growth in 2024. Lauren Ford has joined the company as a Client Partner, in a role which will see her lead...
Masfix: The Rise of Sustainable PPE – A Step Towards a Greener Future
In recent years, the demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) has surged, driven by the global pandemic and heightened awareness of workplace safety. However, this increase in PPE usage has also led to significant environmental concerns, particularly regarding...
ISR Laser Case Study
ISR recently undertook work in a local sports club to keep disruption to a minimum. ISR used the smallest of its lasers to clean under benches and remove rust in normally inaccessible areas. This now ensured minimal disruption to club users and recover the area until...
Masfix: Effective stock management is crucial for engineering and manufacturing businesses.
Particularly when it comes to fasteners, fixings, tools, personal protective equipment (PPE), and consumables. These components are the backbone of production processes, and their availability directly impacts operational efficiency and productivity. A robust stock...
AQCT: Stay safe at work with manual handling training
In any well-run business safeguarding the safety and wellbeing of workers is a vital concern. Did you know, as an employer, you have a legal responsibility under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 to assess risks associated with manual handling...
AR Power Case Study: SMD
Commercial solar installers AR Power, based in Washington, have recently completed a commercial solar installation for a well-known company in the North East. SMD specialise in the design, manufacture and deployment of remotely operated and autonomous power and...
Ingenuity and expertise of engineering and manufacturing community showcased at EMCON 24
The capabilities, diversity and vibrancy of the North East’s engineering and manufacturing industry was demonstrated at our EMCON event on September 12. EMCON 2024, which was held at Sunderland Live in Houghton-le-Spring, welcomed nearly 900 people through its...