Insights

UK Manufacturing Executives Dinner | June 2025

Last week, Colin Roope of Berwick Partners and Alex Lambert of Odgers had the pleasure of hosting a dinner for senior leaders from across the…

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International Women in Engineering Day

Historically, engineering has been a male-dominated field, shaped by decades of tradition and systemic barriers that limited access for women. But today, that narrative is…

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Manufacturing Matters Podcast – with Kate Davies

On our first episode of this Manufacturing Matters podcast , we are thrilled to welcome a friend to our firm, and powerhouse in business transformation…

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Comprehensive Spending Review 2025: A Strategic Inflection Point for Growth, Skills and Public Services

The UK Government’s 2025 Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR) has landed with a bold vision for the future. With major investments across housing, healthcare, education, research,…

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Finding the Perfect Fit: The Challenges of Headhunting a CEO for a Family-Owned Manufacturing Business

As a headhunter specialising in the manufacturing sector, I recently undertook the challenging task of finding a new CEO for a large family-owned British manufacturing…

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Six Key Elements for Labour’s Industrial Strategy in June

As Labour prepares to introduce its industrial strategy in June, it’s crucial to consider the key elements that should be included to support and enhance…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Manufacturing & Engineering

For 2025, we see the UK’s industrial manufacturing sector focusing on digital transformation, sustainability, and innovation. Key trends will include the adoption of Industry 4.0…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Sustainable Packaging

The packaging industry is currently navigating several significant challenges as businesses strive to stay competitive amidst ongoing market headwinds and a complex value chain. Key…

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Resilience and Optimism in UK Manufacturing: Insights from Make UK

The UK manufacturing sector has faced numerous challenges over the past year, including political uncertainty, volatile market demand, high interest rates, and inflationary pressures. Despite…

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The Vital Role of Growth-Stage Leaders in Clean Tech: Challenges, Opportunities, and Attraction Strategies

As the global economy accelerates its transition to sustainability, the clean tech sector is emerging as a key driver of innovation and growth. Companies in this…

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Pioneering Sustainable Aviation at the Aerospace Technology Institute

The founding CEO of the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI), Gary Elliott, has navigated a dynamic career. He has blended experiences from both large and small…

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How Peter Tyler is Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders

Peter Tyler’s career is marked by his extensive experience across various industries. His roles have ranged from CEO/MD through to Non-Executive Chair positions, and he…

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