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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Greater Manchester's Aviation Excellence on Display at Farnborough Airshow
The lofty ambitions of Greater Manchester’s Advanced Manufacturing sector reached even greater heights when MIDAS attended the annual Farnborough Airshow last week (22nd July – 25th) to…
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A Day in the Life - Zoe Wright, Founder, CEO at The Real Birth Company
Greater Manchester's Life Sciences sector is renowned for its cutting-edge research, world-class institutions, and robust innovation ecosystem, making it a pivotal hub for advancements in the…
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Case Study - Kadant
About the company Kadant is a global supplier of high value, engineered systems used in process industries worldwide. The Bury manufacturing site provides sales and applications expertise along with…
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Greater Manchester’s Expanding Advanced Manufacturing Talent Pool
Engineering Consultancy Practice Pell Frischmann Is Just One Of The Companies That Is Strengthening Their Business Offering With New Recruits Greater Manchester, a powerhouse of industrial…
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Atom Valley: Greater Manchester's incredible new £1bn megaproject of the future
Atom Valley is a £1billion megaproject which aims to create 20,000 jobs and boost Greater Manchester's economic clout. The public-private partnership scheme is one of the UK's top…
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New 24/7 night bus service launches or people working in Greater Manchester’s night-time economy
A new 24/7 night bus service which aims to provide a lifeline for people enjoying and working within Greater Manchester’s night-time economy has launched. Connecting Manchester with Leigh and…
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