China's BYD overtakes Tesla in global EV sales
China's BYD has dethroned Tesla as the world's biggest electric car seller in 2025, a symbolic shift in the global auto industry. Discover the figures and the political factors behind Tesla's slump.
Category : Manufacturing
UK Manufacturing Hits 15-Month High in December 2025
UK manufacturing activity reached a 15-month peak in December 2025, with the PMI at 50.6. Discover the drivers behind this tentative recovery and the challenges that remain for 2026.
Ceramics industry warns of 'lost national identity' without state aid
Unions and the Green Alliance warn the UK's historic ceramics sector, supporting 20,000 jobs, is at a critical point due to high energy costs and imports. Urgent government action is demanded to prevent its collapse.
Dagenham's 1968 Strike: The Fight for Skill Recognition
The 1968 Ford Dagenham strike wasn't just about equal pay. Discover how sewing machinists fought for 16 years to win recognition for their skilled work. Read their story.
Musk Warns on Silver Price Surge Impacting Industry
Elon Musk warns manufacturers face consequences as silver hits record highs. Analysis of the precious metals rally, supply fears, and industrial impact. Read the full story.
15 hurt in knife and bleach attack at Japan factory
Fifteen people have been injured in a violent attack involving a knife and bleach at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Japan. The suspect, a former employee, has been arrested. Read the latest details.
15 hurt in knife attack at Japan tyre factory
A 38-year-old man has been arrested after a violent assault at a Yokohama Rubber plant near Tokyo left multiple people with stab wounds and chemical injuries. Read the latest updates.
Lava lamp sales surge as Mathmos sells out for Christmas
British manufacturer Mathmos has sold out of its iconic lava lamps ahead of Christmas, driven by a nostalgic revival and Gen Z's fascination with retro interiors. Discover the story behind the glow.
Tesla EU sales fall as Chinese carmakers surge
Tesla's EU market share fell from 2.1% to 1.4% in November, with sales down a third. Meanwhile, Chinese brands like BYD saw registrations almost triple. Explore the shifting electric vehicle landscape.
UK Steel hit with Brexit-style EU green tax paperwork
UK manufacturers face a 'significant' new paperwork burden on £7bn of exports to the EU after the government failed to secure a vital carbon tax exemption. Industry warns of a major impact on competitiveness.
Ineos gets £50m UK bailout after £70m state aid
Billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos receives a new £50m government bailout for its Grangemouth plant, adding to up to £70m in state aid over four years. Explore the controversy and the future of UK chemicals.
Nissan's new electric Leaf rolls off Sunderland production line
Nissan begins production of the third-generation Leaf at its upgraded Sunderland plant, a £450m bet on the UK's EV future, despite a global retreat from strict electrification targets.
Top 20 British Engineering Feats: Nation's Pride Revealed
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's greatest engineering achievements. New research shows 94% of Brits are proud of this heritage, as Nissan celebrates its Sunderland plant.
Grangemouth saved, but UK industrial strategy questioned
The UK government's £120m rescue of Ineos's ethylene plant raises urgent questions about its broader strategy for heavy industry, energy costs, and decarbonisation. Explore the disjointed policy landscape.
US Tariffs Add 30% Costs, Choke Small Manufacturers
Trump's tariffs are crippling small US manufacturers like EarthQuaker Devices, adding up to 30% in costs and stalling job growth in Ohio's industrial heartland. Explore the impact.
UK Brings Forward EV Sales Target Review to Next Year
The UK government will review its electric vehicle sales targets in 2024, a move welcomed by carmakers. Ministers confirm the 2035 petrol car ban stays, despite EU softening its rules.
£120m Grangemouth Bailout: A Temporary Christmas Cheer
The government has announced a £120m bailout for Scotland's Grangemouth chemical plant, the last of its kind in the UK. While saving jobs, the move highlights a reactive industrial strategy and a sector in deep crisis. Read the full analysis.
£120m Government Deal Saves Grangemouth Ethylene Plant
A £120m government investment, matched by Ineos, safeguards 500 jobs at Grangemouth, preserving vital UK industrial capacity for medical and aerospace plastics. Read the full story.
£120m Government Deal Saves Grangemouth Ethylene Plant
The UK government has invested £120m to secure the future of Ineos's Grangemouth ethylene plant, saving hundreds of jobs and Britain's chemical manufacturing base. Read the full details.
Nissan's £450m Electric Car Investment in Sunderland
Nissan begins production of the new Leaf EV in Sunderland, a major boost for UK manufacturing with over £450m invested. Discover the future of the plant.
Ford takes $19.5bn hit, cancels electric models
Ford announces a massive $19.5bn writedown and cancels key electric vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, pivoting to hybrids and petrol models amid shifting US policy and demand. Read the full analysis.
Airbus rescues 2,750 UK jobs in Boeing deal
Airbus is set to announce the rescue of 2,750 UK manufacturing jobs after a crucial deal with Boeing. The move secures the future of key plants in Belfast and Prestwick. Read the full story.
UK Manufacturing Returns to Growth After 14 Months
The UK manufacturing sector has moved into expansion territory for the first time in over a year, according to the latest PMI data. Discover the details and industry reaction to the Autumn Budget.
Ministers hire bankers for UK steel industry review
The UK government is hiring investment bank Evercore to conduct a strategic review of Britain's steel sector amid significant taxpayer exposure. Discover the future plans.
Germany urges EU to soften 2035 petrol car ban
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing the EU to reconsider its 2035 combustion engine ban, advocating for hybrid car exemptions to protect jobs and the climate. Read the latest developments.
New Policy Centre to Future-Proof UK Manufacturing
A new independent Policy Centre has launched to give 325,000+ UK manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government, aiming to future-proof this vital sector.
Duralex smashes €5m funding target in under 6 hours
Beloved French glassmaker Duralex astonished everyone by raising €19m in 48 hours after a public appeal. The staff cooperative is now floating on a cloud with a tsunami of new orders.
UK Industry Energy Crisis: Urgent Action Needed
UK manufacturers face devastating energy costs as key factories close. The government's delayed support scheme must be fast-tracked to prevent further deindustrialisation.
UK Manufacturing Output Plummets Since Pandemic
UK manufacturing output falls at its fastest rate since the pandemic, new CBI data reveals. As the Budget looms, the sector pleads for certainty. Read the full analysis.
ExxonMobil shuts Fife plant with loss of 450 jobs
ExxonMobil confirms closure of its Fife Ethylene Plant near Cowdenbeath, blaming UK government policy and high costs. Up to 450 jobs at risk. Discover the full impact.
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