Advanced Manufacturing Industry 4.0
Greater Manchester has a deep-rooted history of discovery, invention and an unrelenting curiosity that saw it at the helm of the Industrial Revolution.
The combination of world-class research institutes, leading minds and investment across diverse industries such as advanced materials, recycling, nuclear, food and drink, aerospace, energy, and healthcare have built a collaborative ecosystem that continues to grow and diversify.
In the modern-day you’ll see these core strengths continuing to power its status as a leading UK city of innovation and as we step into a rapidly transforming world of technology, our report explores the Greater Manchester organisations and academia that are on the frontline of discovery; and the market opportunities in the industry that could define the future of manufacturing and beyond.
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Our report showcases how our city-region is stepping into the future by drawing from its rich industrial heritage, a community spirit and a plethora of world-class expertise.
Manchester: Creating a Vibrant 4th Industrial Revolution
Rachel Eyre
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A Day in the Life... Laura Darnley Employment Partner at Ward Hadaway LLP
MIDAS speaks to professionals from Greater Manchester’s key sectors, to get a glimpse into a day in their working life. This month we speak to Laura Darnley, Employment Partner at Ward Hadaway…
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Transforming Manchester's Health: The First 76 Years
This April marks 76 years of the World Health Organization (WHO). In 1948, countries of the world came together and founded WHO to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable…
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Digital City Festival talks sustainability and the human side of AI at "epicentre of media”.
MIDAS attended the Digital City Festival 2024 taking place at the creative hub that is MediaCity across this week. The “Made in The North Exhibition & Summit” was hosted by Prolific…
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£1bn climate tech hub Sustainable Ventures to deliver government-supported hydrogen programme in Man
Europe’s largest climate tech hub, Sustainable Ventures, has partnered with independent technology innovation catalyst CPI to help innovative hydrogen startups in Greater Manchester scale over…
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Greater Manchester Electrochemical Hydrogen Cluster Invites New Applicants
Funding for Hydrogen, Fuel Cell technology & Electrolyser projects GMEHC brings together world leading research facilities and expertise from Manchester Met’s Fuel Cell Innovation Centre…
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SSE Energy Solutions and Greater Manchester Combined Authority sign strategic partnership
Energy infrastructure developer, SSE Energy Solutions, has signed an agreement with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to use the region as a test bed for pioneering projects which…