Running shoes are failing women, new research reveals
New research exposes how women's running shoes are just scaled-down men's designs, increasing injury risk. Meet the British duo creating footwear specifically for female anatomy.
Category : Manufacturing
350 jobs at risk as NSK plans factory closures
Japanese car parts maker NSK plans to close two County Durham factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. The union Unite calls it a 'betrayal' of workers. Read the full story.
Honda closed UK plant despite Trump intervention
Japanese automaker Honda proceeds with Swindon plant shutdown, defying former President Trump's direct appeal to keep manufacturing in Britain.
First UK pedestrian killed by self-driving car
A British factory worker has tragically become the first pedestrian in the UK to be killed by a self-driving vehicle in a shocking incident that raises serious questions about autonomous vehicle safety.
BAE Systems Faces High Court Over Lancashire Pollution Claims
Defence giant BAE Systems confronts legal action as local residents take pollution concerns from its Lancashire aircraft factory to the High Court.
Boeing Faces New Criminal Charges Over 737 Max Crashes
Boeing confronts new criminal allegations from US Justice Department regarding 737 Max fatal crashes, potentially extending probation and intensifying legal scrutiny.
UK Auto Industry Demands Budget Lifeline for EV Transition
Britain's car manufacturers issue urgent plea to Chancellor ahead of Spring Budget, warning of competitive disadvantage without crucial support for EV transition and energy costs.
Manchester pet food startup uses insect protein
A Manchester-based pet food company is revolutionising the industry with sustainable insect protein, achieving B Corp status while taking on corporate giants in the pet nutrition sector.
Dutch Chip Blockade Threatens Global Car Production
The Netherlands' refusal to licence Nexperia's German chip plant threatens car production lines worldwide, escalating the technological cold war between Europe and China.
JLR Fuels UK Manufacturing Boom - PMI Hits 18-Month High
Britain's automotive sector shows strongest growth since May 2024 as Jaguar Land Rover expansion and improved supply chains drive manufacturing revival. Exclusive analysis of the latest PMI data reveals surprising economic resilience.
170-Year-Old Arctic Ale Recipe Resurrected
A legendary Victorian beer last brewed for Arctic expeditions in the 1850s has been meticulously recreated and will soon be available to modern drinkers, bridging a 170-year gap in brewing history.
JLR refutes government's £15bn support claims
Jaguar Land Rover challenges ministers' assertions about accessing £15bn support package, revealing only £2.5bn was actually drawn in high-stakes automotive industry dispute.
Chip shortage crisis threatens UK car production
European chipmaker Nexperia suspends semiconductor deliveries to Chinese customers, triggering potential car manufacturing shutdowns and supply chain chaos across the UK automotive sector.
Honda Under Probe for Exploding Airbags in UK
Japanese automaker Honda confronts urgent investigation as potentially lethal airbags risk exploding with deadly force, prompting major safety concerns across Britain's roads.
Ford Recalls 500,000+ Vehicles Over Critical Safety Defects
Major safety recall affects Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ models with potentially catastrophic steering and driveshaft failures. Urgent repairs required for nearly 550,000 vehicles across US and Canada.
News Corp's campaign for Australian manufacturing revival
Rupert Murdoch's media empire launches ambitious campaign urging Australia to revive domestic manufacturing, with major advertisers already signed up. Critics question corporate influence on national policy.
Labour MPs Challenge Government Over Manufacturing Crisis
Senior Labour figures Justin Madders and Matthew Pennycook challenge ministers over failure to protect British manufacturing jobs and industry from economic pressures.
Volkswagen's €2.5bn loss amid chip crisis
German auto giant Volkswagen reports staggering €2.5bn quarterly loss amid severe semiconductor shortages, while Chinese rivals surge ahead in the electric vehicle race.
GM axes 2,300 jobs in Michigan and Ohio plants
General Motors announces massive layoffs across key US manufacturing plants, citing production adjustments for slower-selling vehicles and the industry's rapid shift toward electric vehicles.
Toyota's Trump-era US investment claims questioned
Fresh analysis reveals Toyota's US manufacturing footprint has declined since 2019, raising questions about the reality behind the carmaker's high-profile investment announcements during the Trump administration.
Boeing 777X deliveries delayed until 2027
Boeing confirms further setbacks for its troubled 777X aircraft, with deliveries now pushed to 2027 amid certification hurdles and manufacturing challenges.
China Chip Curbs Threaten European Car Production
China's strategic control over essential semiconductors threatens to paralyse European automotive production, forcing emergency measures and supply chain overhaul.
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