Local business news for the Midlands and beyond
World-leading aviation specialist Aviramp says it enjoyed a landmark year in 2025 – and now has its sights set even higher for 2026. The Telford-based company – the global leader in the manufacture of step-free aircraft boarding ramps – enjoyed...
New opportunities in underfloor heating and cooling applications for the automotive sector and data centres has kickstarted the latest capital equipment investment from Bridgnorth Aluminium (BAL). The company, which is one of the town’s largest employers, is installing a refurbished...
Black Country exporters are reassessing their trade relationships with the United States following renewed threats of significant tariffs from President Donald Trump. The Black Country Chamber of Commerce today warned at least one of its members has made the decision...
The UK’s last remaining producer of flat rolled aluminium coils is set to buck difficult economic conditions by returning to 24/7 operations in key process areas. This will be the first time in three years that Bridgnorth Aluminium has reached...
Automation control specialist Transicon has strengthened its presence across the north of England as it predicts growth in manufacturing digitalisation in 2026. The Telford-based engineer, which works with manufacturers in the aerospace, automotive, metals, plastics and environmental sectors including household...
Pioneering additive manufacturing specialist AMufacture is teaming up with global technology leader HP to showcase the latest advances in 3D printing. AMufacture is throwing open the doors of its Portsmouth base for an Open House and Demo Day in collaboration...
Shropshire firm Transicon which specialises in cutting-edge automated control systems is celebrating after its general manager was recognised among the country’s leading manufacturing figures. The Telford-based company says Jennifer Hughes’ inclusion in Britain’s Great 100 Manufacturing Leaders list reflects the...
World-leading aviation ramp specialist Aviramp has officially launched its latest innovation – and says it marks a major step forward in improving passenger accessibility. The UK-based manufacturer has unveiled the Aviramp ChairLifter – a purpose-built and solar-powered lift for Electric...
World-leading aviation manufacturer Aviramp said today’s Budget would do little to kickstart the nation’s faltering economy. Graham Corfield, chief executive of the Telford-based company whose award-winning step-free boarding ramps are in use at more than 900 airports around the world, said the...
A leading UK additive manufacturer says today’s Budget contains some good news for business – but could have gone much further in supporting innovation in UK industry. Portsmouth-based AMufacture says it welcomes moves to cut energy bills for 7,000 businesses in high-growth industries and...