EMN Membership News
IMH triples the size of its headquarters as it gears up for growth
Middlesbrough-based hydraulic engineering firm, Industrial and Marine Hydraulics (IMH), has completed a major site move with the purchase of new premises, tripling its operational space. The move aligns with the company’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of...
Integrated Power Services (IPS) Acquires CFM Services
Now Delivering Expanded Engineering Solutions, NETA-Certified Field Services & Transformer Expertise to Canada’s Medium & High-Voltage Market Greenville, SC, Sept. 8, 2025 - Integrated Power Services (IPS), a world-class provider of electrical, mechanical, and...
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...
Citation: Free guide – how to win more commercial work
Securing new commercial work is getting increasingly competitive. Clients and buyers are more selective than ever, and without a structured approach, it’s easy to miss out on valuable opportunities. To help your business stand out, our Service Provider Member,...
IMH demonstrates commitment to developing its workforce – through promotion of former apprentice
Industrial and Marine Hydraulics (IMH), a hydraulic engineering firm with a strong heritage in investing in people, has promoted Nick Colman to Service Coordinator. Nick Colman joined the company in 2022 as its first operations apprentice, he successfully completed a...
Magna Exteriors Drives Workforce Forward With Seta
Engineering training provider Seta has delivered training to more than 100 employees at vehicle exteriors specialist Magna Exteriors (Sunderland). Magna Exteriors, a global company which has supported the automotive industry for over 65 years, opened its Sunderland...
New and expectant mothers – free risk assessment guide from Citation
If you have employees who are pregnant, have recently given birth, or are breastfeeding, you have a legal duty to assess and manage any workplace risks that could affect them or their baby. To make this easier, our Service Provider Member Citation has created a free...
Spotlight On: Citation
What does Citation do? We help businesses take Health & Safety off the to-do list and turn it into a competitive advantage. For 30 years, we’ve been the trusted partner to more than 30,000 UK businesses, offering proactive support, expert advice, and smart...
Citation: Free stress risk assessment guide for your members
Work-related stress is costing UK businesses millions with around 11 million working days lost annually due to stress, depression and anxiety. This isn't just affecting productivity; it's causing major financial losses, low morale, and making workplace disputes more...
Integrated Power Services (IPS) to Present Industry-Leading Solar Infrastructure & BESS Solutions at RE+ 25
End-to-End System Lifecycle Products & Services, from Engineering, Procurement & Construction to Commissioning, Operating & Maintenance Greenville, SC, August 20, 2025 - Integrated Power Services (IPS), a leading provider of electrical, mechanical, and...
Momentum Training: Why Health and Safety Training is Essential for Every Workplace
Health and Safety isn’t just about compliance – it’s about protecting people. Every organisation, no matter the size or sector, has a responsibility to ensure their employees go home safe at the end of each day. That’s where effective Health and Safety training plays...
Citation: September webinar line up | tackling two of the biggest priorities your members are facing right now!
Our Service Provider Member Citation is bringing you expert-led sessions on two of the hottest topics in business right now: how to create a workplace where everyone can thrive, and what the upcoming Employment Rights Bill means for you. Packed with practical...
FREE GUIDE | FWA what it means for your members
How will the Fair Work Agency impact your business – Download your FREE guide The new Fair Work Agency (FWA), part of the Employment Rights Bill, is set to overhaul how employment rights are enforced – and it’s not just talk. With inspection powers, the ability to...
Momentum Training Solutions brings onsite welding courses
Skilled welding is a power skill for maintenance, fabrication, and engineering teams. Yet finding quality, accessible training can be a challenge. That’s why Momentum Training Solutions brings onsite welding courses taught by industry-seasoned tutors, directly to your...
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...
Citation: New guide to help members manage zero-hours contracts
Zero hours contracts offer flexibility – but they come with risks too. With over a million UK workers currently on these contracts, and legal updates expected as part of the new Employment Rights Bill, it’s more important than ever to understand your responsibilities...
New College Durham: Can you support your future workforce?
T-LEVEL PLACEMENTS - WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT WHAT IS A T-LEVEL PLACEMENT? As part of a T-Level course, students need to complete an industry placement, allowing them to develop the skills they need to succeed in the workplace. This means students need to spend a minimum...
Constructing Links – A Day of Engagement, Inspiration, and Collaboration
In 2022, we joined forces with our long-standing clients, Lynas Engineers, to help bring to life a new kind of industry event, focused on sparking collaboration, strengthening regional supply chains, and connecting businesses across the Built Environment. That shared...
Citation: Free guide for your members | Top 3 Employment Law changes
Big changes are coming in Employment Law and with so much noise out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why our Service Provider Member, Citation has created a FREE cheat sheet that cuts through the confusion and gives you clear, expert-backed answers to the...
From sparks to strategy: what The Big Bang Fair reveals about delivering the UK’s growth ambitions
By Beth Elgood, Director of Communications, EngineeringUK Beth Elgood, our Director of Communications, reflects on The Big Bang UK Young Scientists & Engineers Fair 2025, held in Birmingham last month. She outlines learnings from The Fair on getting more young...
Citation’s free upcoming webinars
Looking to stay ahead of employment law updates, attract next generation talent and sharpen your tendering skills? Our Service Provider Member Citation is hosting a series of free webinars this August – perfect for getting ahead while things are a little quieter....
Formula Components Increase Production by 3% with Skills Bootcamps
An established and respected family-run plastic injection moulding company based in Newton Aycliffe, Formula Plastics recently completed a Clean and Lean Skills Bootcamp with support from the North East Local Enterprise Partnership. With over 20 years of experience...
Momentum Training Solutions are tackling the UK’s engineering skills gap.
At Momentum Training Solutions, we’re tackling the UK’s engineering skills gap head-on by delivering practical, high-impact training directly on your site, using your equipment, and minimising disruption to your operations. With over 30 years of industry experience...
IESAM at Newcastle University offers flexible, high-quality training in electrification and sustainable advanced manufacturing.
The Institute of Electrification and Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing (IESAM) at Newcastle University offers flexible, high-quality training in electrification and sustainable advanced manufacturing in the North East. Our goal is to help ensure your organisation has...
Hartlepool College Engineering students shine on international placement
Twelve of our Engineering students have just returned from an unforgettable three-week work placement in Salerno, Italy, as part of the Turing Scheme. While in Italy, the group gained hands-on experience in engineering workplaces across the region, building technical...
£8.5 Million Investment Secured for Newcastle College Energy Academy Expansion
The North East Combined Authority has approved an £8.48million investment to expand Newcastle College’s Energy Academy. The funding will support the construction of a new building next to the existing site, doubling its size and creating an Energy Campus that will...
Teesside University Engineering & Construction Apprenticeships
Learn about Teesside Universities offering for engineering and construction apprenticeships
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...
Spotlight On: IQMS Learning
What does iqms Learning do? We deliver Training & Consultancy in Management Systems, Auditing and Environmental Sustainability. For you, that could be; Building a Certified ISO Management System for your business Training your staff to get value from their Systems...
Spotlight On: Momentum Training Solutions
What does Momentum Training Solutions do? At Momentum Training Solutions, we’re helping to close the UK’s engineering skills gap by delivering high-impact, practical training right where it matters most: on your site, using your equipment, and with minimal disruption...
RAEng Ingenious Programme – Grant Funding £3,000-£30,000
About Ingenious The Ingenious public engagement grants scheme prioritises projects that reach diverse and underrepresented audiences including communities in the most deprived neighbourhoods in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and that engage with...
Citation: Free guide for your members | Probationary Periods and Employment Law
Managing probation periods properly is vital to protect your business and help new hires succeed. But with employment law constantly evolving, it’s not always easy to know what rights apply — and when. That’s why our Service Provider Member, Citation, has created a...
Scottish Enterprise backs T12 Engineering to drive offshore wind innovation
T12 Engineering has secured significant funding from Scottish Enterprise to advance a pioneering mooring system for floating wind turbines that could cut installation times in half. The floating mooring system is designed to simplify the deployment and maintenance of...
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...
Introducing Libellum: Excellence in Inspection, Testing & Quality Services
Based in Middlesbrough, Libellum is a trusted provider of advanced inspection, testing, and quality assurance services across a wide range of industries. Our comprehensive offering includes Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods such as ultrasonic testing, magnetic...
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;...
Employment Rights Bill: Free roadmap, guide and webinar resources
BREAKING NEWS: The government’s NEW roadmap for employment law The government has released their Employment Rights Bill roadmap – and it includes timelines for consultations and planned implementation dates for big changes. From Statutory Sick Pay...
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,...
Register Now – Northumbria’s Graduate Jobs and Placements Fair 2025
Don't miss out... Bookings have now opened to register your interest for a stand at our Graduate Jobs and Placements Fair 2025, taking place on Tuesday 21st October 2025 from 10.30am to 3pm in Sport Central at Northumbria University’s city campus. This flagship event...
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...
Exciting News from SOS Industrial Group
Now an Official WD-40® Distributor – The Full Range, Right at Your Fingertips We’re proud to announce that SOS Industrial Group, The MRO Experts, is now your official WD-40® distributor—bringing you the complete line of trusted WD-40® products designed to help...
Spotlight On: Fairley Gunn Group
What does Fairley Gunn Group do? Fairley Gunn Group is the parent company of a networked group of engineering-centric businesses with collective vision to Champion & Support British Manufacturing. What makes Fairley Gunn Group great? We provide a platform,...
Citation: Upcoming Employment Rights Bill changes – FREE guide
The government’s Employment Rights Bill is being hailed as the biggest update to workers’ rights in decades – bringing around 30 changes. Whether or not it gets passed in July, one thing’s clear: change is coming. And with new rights like day-one unfair dismissal,...
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: Bay Plastics
What does Bay Plastics do? Bay Plastics are the regions premier plastics fabricator and material supplier with 25 years experience in servicing the UK and beyond. We have a huge range of expertise in all aspects of plastic fabrication including laser cutting /...
Integrated Power Services (IPS) Grows to 100 Locations Spanning North America, Europe, Caribbean Markets
Expanded Network Delivers Electromechanical and Power Management Aftermarket Services Greenville, SC, June 19, 2025 - Integrated Power Services (IPS), a world-class provider of electrical, mechanical, and power management systems, recently achieved a significant...