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Labour’s growth goals need Automotive to drive them

SMMT

The annual party conference season moved to Liverpool this week as the Labour Party hosted its first as the party of power since 2009. We were pleased to meet with new and senior politicians to discuss how the UK automotive industry can support the national growth agenda and the country’s net zero ambitions.

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Faster Programming and Training Helps Automotive Shop Thrive

Modern Machine Shop

In 2009, Speedway Motors of Lincoln, Nebraska, had only two CNC machines to machine its aftermarket car parts. In 2009, it only employed two people in the machine shop. This is especially useful for its shock work parts with tight tolerances. All images courtesy of HCL Technologies.

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Henniges Automotive names new CFO

Canadian Manufacturing

AUBURN HILLS — Henniges Automotive has officially appointed Linda Hellebuyck to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the company, a position she held in an interim capacity since November 2022. ” Hellebuyck has experience in the finance and accounting space and has worked in the automotive industry. .

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SMMT Chief Executive Mike Hawes recognised for services to the UK automotive industry

SMMT

Mike Hawes, Chief Executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), has been awarded an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to the automotive industry in the King’s Birthday Honours List.

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Automotive Council announces new industry leadership

SMMT

The Automotive Council has today announced the appointment of two industry heavyweights to spur innovation, competitiveness and growth in the UK’s critical automotive sector. I want to extend my sincere thanks to Graham for his commitment to the UK automotive Sector and his work as Industry co-Chair.

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UK Automotive commits to workforce diversity and inclusion with landmark industry Charter

SMMT

UK automotive industry launches new Diversity & Inclusion Charter in collective commitment to make workforce reflective of wider society and attract more talent to fill critical skills gaps. Sixteen of the UK automotive industry’s biggest brands have come together to launch the sector’s first Automotive Diversity & Inclusion Charter.

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Kivnon reaches 5,000 installed mobile robots in 20 countries

Robotics Automation News

Kivnon designs, manufactures, and implements mobile robots that enhance material handling efficiency across various markets, including automotive, food, logistics distribution, and retail applications. Juan Prieto, CEO of Kivnon, says: “We started in 2009 with […]

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