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Keep up to date with the latest news in advanced manufacturing
Welcome to the AMF Expertise Exchange: Knowledge section of the website where you can stay up to date with the latest news from the AMF and our members. Here you will also find member collaboration stories, and practical advice and insights from industry experts.
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June 24th 2025
Statement from Richard Swart DL Chairman, Advanced Manufacturing Forum on UK Government Industrial Strategy
“We welcome the UK Government’s new Industrial Strategy and the long-term vision it brings to our sector.
June 5th 2025
Thermoshield by WORR
🔧 Manufactured in the UK. Engineered for Extreme Environments. At WORR, we don’t just supply insulation—we design,
April 25th 2024
Pearson Engineering acquires Armstrong Works building to further commitment to North East
Pearson Engineering has acquired the historic Armstrong Works from its former owners for an undisclosed amount. The
March 15th 2023
Lean Workshop Group event programme to drive operational excellence
North East engineering and manufacturing companies will be given support in driving operational excellence through Lean Tools
January 16th 2023
Collaboration is Key for Regional Cross-Industry Organisations
A powerful consortium of cross-industry bodies based in North East England are to collaborate. The group will
September 21st 2022
Sunderland Business Excellence Awards Nominations Open
We are delighted to support the annual Sunderland Business Excellence Awards hosted by the Echo newspaper which
August 10th 2022
Tell-Tale Signs of Recessionary Winds in Construction Sector
North East construction firms are being urged to brace themselves against payment freezes by ensuring watertight documentation
December 14th 2021
Your Eye on the Region
Alan Metcalfe, director, Advanced Manufacturing Forum (AMF) and commercial director at Zenith People. Did you grow up
September 1st 2021
Made Smarter Adoption North East
Helping manufacturing SMEs in the region grow their business with emerging digital technologies Did you know
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