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1. What does iCOR do? iCOR is a digital audit solution designed to help organisations navigate and comply with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) legislation efficiently and effectively. Compliance with HSE laws is mandatory for all organisations, but the process...

What does Locked Groove do? We provide inspection, testing, certification & commissioning solutions to all industries that use equipment governed by LOLER & PUWER. What makes Locked Groove great? At Locked Groove we have a real can-do attitude and a strong...

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...

What does GEM Partnership do? GEM Partnership are a North East based provider of Recruitment & Training solutions. From permanent and temporary recruitment to fully outsourced solutions, our services can cater to all your employment needs. Whether you require a...

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,...

What does Evolve Metals Ltd do? Copper is the backbone of the green revolution, but it has a dirty little secret. It is incredibly carbon-intensive to not just mine but also recycle. Evolve Metals Ltd was created to solve this growing issue. We are building the...

What does RARUK Automation Ltd do? RARUK Automation is a dedicated automation company from sister company RA Rodriguez, that specialises in the supply of innovative automation products designed to enhance productivity across all industries. Our range of automation...

What does Turnmill do? Established in 2018, Turnmill are north east engineering specialists. With expertise in production problem-solving, reverse engineering, and process improvement, we drive cost savings and help our clients achieve manufacturing success. ISO9001...

What do you do? BTS Facades and Fabrications trading as BTS Fabrications Limited is a manufacturing business which produces high-quality façade products, flashings and bespoke metal products. Its state-of-the-art automated facility in Newton Aycliffe proudly showcases...

What does New Horizon Marketing and Advertising do? We offer a range of Digital Services for B2B companies, primarily encompassing Organic and Paid Search campaigns, as well as Web Development. Our campaigns consistently prioritize lead generation, a particularly...

What is your role at EngineeringUK? My role at EngineeringUK is Head of Professional Institutions and Partnerships, with a remit to develop and retain relationships with Professional Engineering Institutions, academia and businesses to meet EUK’s strategic objectives...

What is your role at Sotech? My name is Mohamadreza Jenaban and I am currently the Principal Technical Engineer at Sotech. I mainly deal with any queries coming from our clients or client’s engineers and this can be anything from how many fixings are required for a...

What is your role at Hydraulic & Offshore Supplies? Having been with the company for 25 years, my current role is Director.  I initially started working in Internal Sales and was subsequently promoted to Works Manager then Director.  Based in our sales office, I...

Q: What is your role at the company? A: I was the Founder of the company back in 2009. I now act as the CEO & Technical Director of NECIT Services Ltd, my role is multifaceted. I oversee the strategic direction of the company, ensuring that our core values and...

What is your role at Instant Surface Recovery? Technical Support Manager What does ISR do? ISR operate an on-call laser cleaning company to support engineering and infrastructure maintenance cleaning solid surfaces such as Plastic, steel, alloys hardwood and...

Tell us about yourself and what Action Coach is all about?   My previous roles in engineering and manufacturing ranged from hands-on through to senior managerial where I ran P&L’s in excess of £40million and managing regional teams of 100 people, more than...

Here at Nano Electronic Services, we like to think we have a new and unique approach to manufacturing. We work on behalf of a number of manufacturing companies and design consultants. With over 30 years of industry experience in both component distribution, kitting...

What does Dyer do?   We’re a global engineering partner to industry leading OEMs. Based in County Durham, we solve complex engineering challenges, guiding clients through their product development journey. Established in 1977, we employ over 180 skilled...

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...

What does Hydraulic & Offshore Supplies do? Based in Sunderland for over 30 years, Hydraulic & Offshore Supplies are a specialist supplier to the global offshore, engineering and renewable sectors. While the business initially concentrated on the marine and...

What does Industrial Workwear do? We offer a comprehensive range of workwear and PPE products, with high quality on-site embroidery and printing facilities to tailor and personalise workwear to your requirements. We also offer a range of additional services such as...

What does KBO Dynamics International Ltd do? We design and manufacture electrical and electronic products and also provide an electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing service. Our experienced team can take a product all the way from initial concept to volume...

What does Kail & Co. Limited do? Operating from two 17,000 square foot purpose-built state of the art facilities, Kail’s highly skilled and motivated workforce, utilises the latest in CNC Technology to manufacture a wide range of components for the Defence, Oil...

What do you do?  Well, PFC Holdings provides a solution to any plastic problems you may encounter or already have - why go to three separate companies to overcome an idea hurdle? Instead, we have a way you can keep it under one roof and partner with a team of experts...

What does Steel Benders UK Limited do? Established in 2002, Steel Benders UK has secured its reputation as a reliable and quality steel bending and profiling & laser cutting company. Serving the whole of the UK from our base located in the North East, we pride...

What does World Options do? We work in partnership with all the major carriers such as DHL-UPS-FedEx-DSV and many more UK and International shipping companies. We offer their services at discounted rates through a free online shipping portal. We give our customers the...

What does Trotec do? Trotec is a manufacturer of high-quality laser cutting, marking and engraving solutions. The UK subsidiary is headquartered in Boldon Colliery where a large warehouse stocks the laser systems and spare parts as well as a wide range of proprietary...

What is your role at AGMA? General Manager. I have been with AGMA since 1985. Starting on the factory floor in production, working my way through the ranks to Business Manager for the Healthcare sector then on to the General Manager role. What does AGMA do? For over...

What is your role? I am Marketing Manager at CJM Recycling. What does CJM Recycling do? CJM is a recycling company specialises in both plastic and fibre recycling.  We have unrivalled global network of material recyclers.  Additionally, we provide a total waste...

1. What is your role at Smith Trade Signage? - General manager 2. What do you do? I’m responsible for creating and maintaining synergy between all departments within the manufacturing division. This means ensuring operational strategies are created, communicated...

What is your role at Durham County Engineering Services Ltd? (Director/Engineer) What does Durham County Engineering Services Ltd do? Electrical Design Electrical Installation PLC Software SCADA Software HMI Software Functional Safety (Process and Machine) Project...

  I am Richard Graham, Business Development Manager at GV Engineering. I have been in the business for coming up to 4 yrs . When I first joined the business, I saw the potential for growth in multiple areas and initially assisted with the day to day Operations...

Having been made redundant as a sheet metal worker on three consecutive occasions Ron Lewis decided it was time to stop working for others so he started buying refurbishing and re-selling small engineering machines from his garage on the back of his house in Dipton...

What does Karl Beckett Business Walks do? Takes leaders out of their environment onto the hills, coastline, woods and fields to work on themselves and their business, to make them more effective as a leader within the organisation. Better leaders, Better Teams and...

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...

What does Rugby Plastics do? Rugby Plastics specializes in thermoplastic injection molding and product development, offering comprehensive project support from cradle to grave. Based in Leicester, this central location allows us to efficiently supply customers across...

What does Sotech do? Established in 1982, Sotech is leading designer and manufacturer of the Optima range of engineered metal rainscreen façade solutions and architectural fabrications, focusing on safety and sustainability.  Operating from two production facilities...

What does AR Power do? AR Power are commercial solar installers based in the North East, helping companies and organisations across the UK save money on their energy bills and get closer to achieving NetZero. Established in 2011, we have a large in-house team...

S&A Fabrications Limited have earned a reputation as a reliable supplier in the steel fabrication industry, with a particular focus on commercial & agricultural buildings, as well as medium to large bespoke steel fabrications. Established with a commitment to...

What does MANOSUN do? Manosun is a provider and designer of industrial hand protection based in South Tyneside, we work with the end-user in surveying tasks and applications within the workplace offering an in depth report as well as evaluation and trials. Our...

What does ACT UK Group do? ACT UK Group are the largest technical distributor of cutting tools and lubrication products in the North of the UK. Supporting the engineering industry, and manufacturers with leading divisional tooling and lubrication engineering experts....

What is your role at Modular Security Solutions? I’ve been the Managing Director of Modular Security Solutions for nearly four years now and because we are an SME that means I wear a few hats. This week I have been an estimator, a contracts manager, IT support and the...

What is your role at GEM Partnership? I am the Operations Manager at GEM Partnership and I head up the training department. What does GEM Partnership do? From permanent and temporary recruitment to fully outsourced solutions, our services can cater to all your...

What is your role at FlowStore? I have been working for FlowStore for over 7 years and I am responsible for marketing, Sales & the Purchasing departments.   What does FlowStore do? FlowStore have over 35 years experience in designing bespoke solutions to...

What is your role at Cirrus Environmental Solutions Ltd. My role within Cirrus is Marketing Co-ordinator. My key task is to raise brand awareness and hopefully make the services we offer better known across the North East. I focus on building our LinkedIn page by...

What is your role at Houghton International? I’m Houghton International’s business development manager, responsible for identifying new opportunities, tendering for work and contributing to the strategic growth of the business. I joined Houghton International six...