Category : Manufacturing


Two killed in Shropshire skip lorry tragedy

Two men have died in a devastating industrial accident in Shropshire after becoming trapped beneath a malfunctioning skip lorry. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the victims in this workplace tragedy.

Major Factory Fire in Liverpool Speke - Emergency Response

Emergency services are at the scene of a significant fire at a industrial unit on Dunlop Road in Speke, Liverpool. Multiple fire crews are working to contain the blaze, with residents urged to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed due to large

Zelenskyy: 60% of Ukraine's Weapons Now Domestic

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announces a strategic shift in Ukraine's defence capabilities, with nearly 60% of military hardware now produced domestically. The briefing highlights the critical evolution of drone warfare and electronic countermeasures in

South Korea Raids Hyundai Plant, Arrests Executives

South Korean authorities have launched a dramatic raid on a major Hyundai factory and arrested three executives, escalating a bitter dispute over alleged union suppression and illegal hiring practices that has sent shockwaves through the nation's automoti

UK Aims to Be Defence 'Workshop of the World'

Defence Secretary John Healey announces a major strategic shift to revitalise UK defence manufacturing, create jobs, and strengthen national resilience against global threats.

Russia's Secret Prosthetics Boom Fueled by Ukraine War

Exclusive investigation reveals how Russia's military casualties in Ukraine have spawned a rapidly expanding, yet critically flawed, domestic prosthetics industry, leaving thousands of soldiers with substandard artificial limbs.

Hyundai defies Trump, keeps Georgia EV plant on track

South Korean automotive giant Hyundai Motor confirms it will continue operations at its massive electric vehicle plant in Georgia, despite former President Donald Trump's threats against automakers employing union labour.

UK Car Production Crashes to Lowest Level Since 1980s

UK car manufacturing output nosedived in 2023, hitting a multi-decade low. Brexit trade barriers and a crippling global semiconductor shortage are blamed for the steepest annual decline in production since the 1980s.

Cyber Attack Halts Jaguar Land Rover Production

UK automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover is reeling from a sophisticated cyber attack that has forced a complete shutdown of its production systems, causing major delays for customers awaiting new vehicles.

Lotus Slashes UK Jobs, Blaming Trump Tariffs

British sports car maker Lotus is slashing a significant number of jobs at its UK headquarters, citing the severe impact of new US tariffs. The move sends shockwaves through the already struggling British automotive sector.

Iconic British car brand set for shock revival

In a stunning revival, a beloved British car marque is poised for a dramatic comeback, with plans to resurrect its iconic miniature vehicles, safeguarding UK jobs and electrifying the automotive industry.

Lotus to Cut 200 Jobs in Major Electric Vehicle Restructure

Norfolk-based sports car manufacturer Lotus is set to cut up to 200 jobs as part of a significant restructuring plan, citing a necessary strategic pivot towards an all-electric future under its Chinese parent company, Geely.

UK Car Production Surges 10% on EV and Export Demand

UK car manufacturing roared back to life in February with a 10% year-on-year increase. Driven by soaring demand for electric vehicles and robust exports, the industry signals a strong recovery, though domestic market challenges remain.

US Probes 1.7M Honda Vehicles Over Engine Failure Risk

US safety regulators have launched an investigation into potential engine failures affecting more than 1.7 million Honda and Acura vehicles. The probe centres on dangerous stalling risks linked to serious manufacturing defects.

UK carmakers face massive fines over missed EV sales targets

British car manufacturers are bracing for significant financial penalties after failing to meet the government's Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate targets for 2024. With EV sales lagging, the industry calls for urgent government support to boost consume

Gov Backs Liberty Steel Wages and Pensions After Collapse

The UK government steps in with a multi-million pound support package to secure wages and pension benefits for over 1,700 staff at the collapsed Liberty Steel works in South Yorkshire, averting a major industrial crisis.

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