Industry

Royal Stafford directors have confirmed the company has closed with immediate effect, citing a ‘dramatic’ reduction in orders and an increase in energy costs as reasons why it was left unable to trade.

Ceramics industry leaders have met with Minister for Industry Sarah Jones to raise their concerns during challenging times.

A foundry responsible for several industry firsts thanks to a ‘remarkable’ carbon neutrality plan has picked up a national prize for its work. 

Expanding Stoke-on-Trent engineering specialist Unilathe has appointed Craig Wintle as its Business Development Executive.  Vastly experienced Craig, who has a 40-year engineering and sales career in aerospace, aviation and defence industries, has been recruited to take the company to its next stage of growth.    As well as reinforcing and expanding

Engineering specialist Unilathe is gearing up for expansion into the defence and nuclear sectors – after posting record annual financial results and boosting its workforce. 

Engineering firm KMF Group has instigated a major machinery upgrade with a £900,000 order placed for a new punching machine. 

Michelin has appointed a new factory manager to lead its Stoke-on-Trent plant.

Roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles says it is on track to meet its 2040 net zero target after making significant reductions to carbon emissions in the last year.

The boss of one of the UK’s leading manufacturers is calling on industry to take control of its own destiny and not rely on government.