JLR Solihull plant faces shutdown amid supply crisis
UK's largest trade union demands urgent government action as critical parts shortage threatens to idle Midlands manufacturing hub and jeopardise thousands of automotive jobs.
Category : Manufacturing
Aston Martin profits accelerate despite US tariff pressure
British luxury carmaker Aston Martin Lagonda reports strong profit growth and sales surge, navigating challenging US tariffs while maintaining its premium positioning.
Aston Martin profit warning over Trump tariffs
British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin faces significant financial headwinds from Trump-era tariffs and supply chain issues, prompting profit warnings and strategic reviews.
Aston Martin's Stroll defends strategy amid turnaround
Lawrence Stroll addresses critics of Aston Martin's business strategy, defending his leadership as the luxury carmaker works through its latest turnaround plan with confidence in future profitability.
GM cuts 1,300 UK jobs, closes Ellesmere Port plant
General Motors announces devastating cuts with 1,300 positions eliminated and Ellesmere Port factory closure, sending shockwaves through UK automotive sector amid electric vehicle transition.
GM axes 200 Michigan tech jobs in strategic shift
General Motors confirms significant workforce reduction at Michigan tech centre amid strategic realignment towards electric and autonomous vehicle development.
Tennessee Plant Explosion: Multiple Casualties
Authorities are investigating a devastating industrial explosion at a Tennessee manufacturing facility that has left multiple people injured and sparked a major emergency response.
Jaguar Land Rover drives UK manufacturing surge
Britain's manufacturing sector experiences strongest growth since May 2022, driven by Jaguar Land Rover's production boost and rising business optimism despite ongoing cost pressures.
GM and Ford reverse CarPlay and Android Auto ban
Major car manufacturers GM and Ford face customer backlash and perform dramatic reversals on plans to ditch popular smartphone integration systems in favour of proprietary technology.
UK Car Production Crashes to 73-Year Low After Cyber Attack
Britain's automotive sector faces unprecedented collapse as car production hits lowest level since 1952, with Jaguar Land Rover's factory paralysis following a major cyber attack exacerbating the industry's decline.
30% Stronger Concrete Made from Plastic Waste - UK Breakthrough
British scientists develop groundbreaking concrete that's 30% stronger while recycling plastic waste in major environmental construction innovation
Honda 'Do Not Drive' Warning: 8,200 Vehicles at Risk
Critical safety alert affects older Honda and Acura models in the US as Takata airbag recall escalates - owners urged to take immediate action
JLR cyber attack costs UK economy £1.9bn
A devastating ransomware attack on Jaguar Land Rover has inflicted a £1.9bn blow to the UK economy, making it Britain's costliest ever cyber incident with severe supply chain repercussions.
Molson Coors shuts Leinenkugel brewery, cuts 120 jobs
In a major blow to American brewing heritage, Molson Coors announces the shutdown of its iconic Leinenkugel's facility in Wisconsin, cutting over 120 positions amid strategic restructuring.
Trump demands Coca-Cola return to cane sugar
Donald Trump launches extraordinary attack on Coca-Cola's supply chain, claiming they've 'ruined' the drink by switching from cane sugar and demanding immediate reversal.
Honda invests heavily in Vietnam EV production
Japanese automotive giant Honda announces substantial investment to expand electric motorcycle and car production in Vietnam, signalling strong confidence in the growing Southeast Asian market.
Net Zero Threatens UK Manufacturing Collapse
Britain's manufacturing sector faces collapse without urgent government action as green transition accelerates. Industry leaders warn of mass job losses and factory closures.
Rare Earth Firm Scraps UK Plant Plans
A leading rare earth materials company has abruptly cancelled plans to build a major processing plant in the UK, dealing a significant setback to Britain's critical minerals strategy and green technology ambitions.
British Steel takeover costs surge, taxpayer bill soars
The government bailout of British Steel faces massive cost overruns as Jingye Group demands additional taxpayer funding, putting thousands of UK manufacturing jobs at risk.
Bangladesh factory fire kills workers in safety lapse
A devastating factory fire in Bangladesh claims multiple lives, raising urgent questions about workplace safety standards in the global garment industry.
GM Slashes Dealer Incentives Amid Market Shift
General Motors dramatically cuts dealer incentives amid changing market conditions, signalling potential price increases for consumers as automotive industry faces new challenges.
1950s Shoemaker's Shop Frozen in Time Discovered
Step back in time as we explore a perfectly preserved historic shoemaker's shop in Northamptonshire, discovered exactly as it was left in the mid-20th century with tools, leather and customer orders still in place.
Ford slashes production of key SUV and truck models
Ford Motor Company announces significant production cuts for three of its most profitable vehicle lines as consumer demand softens and dealer inventories swell.
Deadly Bangladesh Factory Fire Claims Multiple Lives
A devastating factory fire in Bangladesh's Mirpur area has resulted in multiple fatalities and numerous injuries, raising serious concerns about industrial safety standards in the region.
Dutch Probe Chinese-Owned Chipmaker Over Security
The Netherlands launches investigation into Nexperia's Chinese ownership by Wingtech, raising concerns about Western semiconductor security and technology transfer.
Major explosion at Tennessee factory prompts emergency response
A significant industrial explosion has occurred at a factory in Tennessee, prompting massive emergency response and raising concerns about potential casualties and environmental impact.
Tennessee Bomb Factory Fire Kills 18 Workers
Exclusive investigation uncovers catastrophic safety breaches at Tennessee explosives plant where 18 workers perished in devastating fire. The tragedy exposes alarming workplace conditions that turned factory into death trap.
No Survivors in Tennessee Explosives Factory Explosion
A catastrophic explosion at a Tennessee explosives manufacturing plant has left no survivors, with emergency crews discovering multiple fatalities in the wreckage. The devastating incident has prompted a major federal investigation.
Tennessee Chemical Plant Explosion: Multiple Missing
A massive explosion at a Tennessee chemical plant has left multiple people missing and injured, with emergency services conducting desperate search operations amid ongoing safety concerns.
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