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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.

January 9th 2020

FUNKY CHUNKY FURNITURE SALES REACH RECORD LEVELS IN RUN UP TO CHRISTMAS

CHRISTMAS sales at Funky Chunky Furniture were the strongest ever as the Jarrow-based furniture manufacturer and online

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January 9th 2020

NEBOSH SUCCESS FOR PENTAGON ASSURANCE SAFETY ADVISOR

Hard work has paid off for Chris Cooper, Site Safety Advisor at South Shields based Pentagon Assurance

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December 18th 2019

A Review of 2019 by AMF Chairman Ian Fawdon

AMF Chairman, Ian Fawdon looks back over 2019 to share his insight on member opportunities at the

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December 13th 2019

PENTAGON ASSURANCE STRENGTHENS TEAM WITH NEW APPOINTMENT

Assurance services provider, Pentagon Assurance has further strengthened its team with the appointment of a sales and

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December 9th 2019

Expert Opinion: Horizon Works’ Top Tips for Award Success

At the AMF we have a wealth of knowledge and experience amongst our members from a range

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November 15th 2019

Horizon Works invests in the future with appointment of new marketing executive

North East-based B2B marketing agency Horizon Works has appointed a new marketing executive to further strengthen its

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November 13th 2019

MHA TAIT WALKER WELCOMES NEW ASSOCIATE PARTNER TO CORPORATE FINANCE TEAM

AMF member, North East accountancy and advisory firm MHA Tait Walker is marking a successful year for

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November 7th 2019

Augmented Reality Supports Manufacturing Growth

Augmented reality software has streamlined production at Funky Chunky Furniture, as part of a manufacturing project aimed

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November 4th 2019

HRH Duke of Gloucester visits Tomlinson Hall in recognition of the company’s centenary year

AMF member, Tomlinson Hall welcomed His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester KG GCVO to its Billingham

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November 4th 2019

Sunderland City Council Assist Morson Projects’ Move to Washington Business Centre

AMF member, Make it Sunderland by Sunderland City Council has worked with Morson Projects to advise on

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October 30th 2019

Northumberland shows its ambition as new chapter opens for business park

Exciting news for AMF members and businesses in the North East, as a new masterplan for a

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September 30th 2019

MHA TAIT WALKER WELCOMES NEW RECRUITS TO ITS TEAM AND LAUNCHES NATIONAL TRAINING ACADEMY

North East accountancy practice MHA Tait Walker has welcomed six new recruits to its North East offices

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