SMMT

JANUARY 30, 2025

Sector calls for fast tracked industrial and trade strategies to keep UK manufacturing globally competitive. in 2024, with 125,649 vans, trucks, taxis, buses and coaches leaving factory lines, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Automotive 80

Automotive Manufacturing 80

SMMT

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

SMMT partners with Mission Automotive to launch veterans career guide and boost recruitment of ex-Armed Forces personnel. Veterans offer years of relevant expertise and transferable skills, making them mission-ready for a long-term, well-paid automotive career.

Automotive 90

Automotive Supply Chain Automation Manufacturing 90

SMMT

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

News comes as industry calls for urgent action with weak EV demand and unsustainable business costs undermining UK manufacturing. UK car manufacturing output fell -15.3% in October, the eighth consecutive month of decline, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Automotive 85

Automotive Manufacturing 85

Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

With over 140 years of experience, the company integrates software and engineering to optimize manufacturing, energy, and automation processes. The Munich-based company specializes in combining AI with robotics for user-friendly solutions to complex manufacturing challenges. KUKA’s sales have exceeded €4 billion ($4.2

Robotics 115

Robotics Robotics Automation Automotive 115

Robotics Business Review

MAY 9, 2025

automotive sales dropped 15% in 2024 compared to 2023. However, in other key areas of manufacturing automation, the US lags behind its competitors. The majority of industrial robots are imports from overseas , as few robot manufacturers are producing in the United States. “This is a great achievement of modernization.

Robotics 92

Robotics Robotics Automation Automotive 92

SMMT

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

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.

Automotive 98

Automotive Aerospace Manufacturing 98

SMMT

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

to 46,227 units in 2023 – the best performance since 2019. in 2023, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). or 2,308 units below pre-pandemic 2019 levels. Notes to editors 1 2019: 48,535 units. Demand soars for rigid and articulated trucks, rising 14.7%

Automotive 131

Automotive Supply Chain Logistics Manufacturing 131

SMMT

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

down on 2019. Britain’s new bus, coach and minibus market is growing back after three challenging years, with 4,932 new units registered in 2023, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). below 2019 levels. Notes to editors 1 2019 bus registrations: 5,874 units.

Automotive 132

Automotive Supply Chain Logistics Manufacturing 132

Automation Mag

MAY 23, 2023

Total installations in manufacturing rose by 12 percent and reached 41,624 units in the year. According to IFR, the number one adopter is the automotive industry. The United States, Canada, and Mexico are key markets in the global growth of robotics automation, and the automotive sector is leading the way.”

Robotics 92

Robotics Robotics Automotive Manufacturing 92

SMMT

APRIL 25, 2024

in first three months, while manufacturing for the UK declines -13.1%. in the first quarter of 2024, the best Q1 performance since 2008, according to figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). on pre-pandemic 2019 volumes, with demand driven by overseas orders. Export volumes grow 57.9%

Supply Chain 145

Supply Chain Product Record Automotive Manufacturing 145

SMMT

JANUARY 24, 2024

in best year since 2019. UK vehicle production hit 1,025,474 units in 2023, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). 1 Strong December performances for both car manufacturing, up 20.7% 1 Strong December performances for both car manufacturing, up 20.7%

Supply Chain 144

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing Advanced manufacturing 144

SMMT

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

down on pre-pandemic 2019. in August, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). on last year at 983,099 units – more than a third (-35.3%) lower than during the first eight months of pre-pandemic 2019 – demonstrating the scale of the challenge ahead in terms of recovery.

Supply Chain 145

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 145

SMMT

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

UK car manufacturing output rises 7.4% to 69,524 units, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). to 69,524 units, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). respectively. Volumes year-to-date down -10.8%

Supply Chain 144

Supply Chain Energy Optimization Automotive Manufacturing 144

SMMT

APRIL 5, 2023

to deliver the best ‘new plate month’ performance since before the pandemic, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). As a result, the first quarter of 2023 is the strongest since 2019, with just under half a million new cars joining the road. on Q1 2019. market share.

Supply Chain 143

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 143

SMMT

DECEMBER 20, 2024

UK manufacturing this year also reflects an automotive sector in transition as the investment announcements of 2023 gradually become reality, with factories of all vehicle types retooling and battery capacity scaling up for EVs. The governments Invest 2035 strategy, alongside a comprehensive trade strategy, cannot come soon enough.

Automotive 52

Automotive Supply Chain Automation Manufacturing 52

SMMT

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

UK car manufacturing output up 31.6% in October, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). In the eighth month of growth this year, 91,512 units left factory gates marking the best October performance since 2019. Production for home and overseas markets up 23.9%

Automotive 145

Automotive Supply Chain Advanced manufacturing Manufacturing 145

SMMT

AUGUST 30, 2023

to mark the sixth consecutive month of growth, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). lower than pre-pandemic July 2019. 1 Manufacturing output for the UK rose 13.7% UK car production surged in July, rising 31.6% Despite this growth, however, output remained -29.4%

Automotive 144

Automotive Manufacturing 144

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 17, 2025

” “Our robotics business had increased orders from the automotive segment, and our paint technology is the best on the market, and we had customers choosing to remain with us as they expanded their international footprint,” he noted. “In overview, this change will support value creation for both companies.”

Robotics 87

Robotics Robotics Automation Artificial Intelligence 87

SMMT

OCTOBER 26, 2023

UK commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturing output dips -5.2% year on year, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). up on 2019’s pre-Covid 7,363 units. up on 2019’s pre-Covid 7,363 units. in September to 11,352 units. while exports decline -15.1%.

Automotive 135

Automotive Manufacturing 135

SMMT

DECEMBER 5, 2022

in November to 142,889 registered units in the fourth consecutive month of year-on-year growth, according to new figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). 1 November 2019: 156,621 units. The UK new car market grew 23.5% However, registrations in the month were still -8.8% market growth.

Automotive 145

Automotive Manufacturing 145

SMMT

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

in August with 85,657 new vehicles registered, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The automotive sector is committed to Net Zero but the diminishing time threatens the ability of the market to move. Hybrid volumes remained relatively stable with a 6.8% increase, comprising 10.0%

Automotive 145

Automotive Manufacturing 145

AU Manufacturing

JUNE 14, 2023

Melbourne automotive manufacturer Premcar has opened its newest vehicle assembly factory to meet the increasing demand for new-vehicle manufacturing from global automakers and authorised new-car importers. Both also undergo secondary manufacturing by Premcar in Australia, the company revealed in a news release.

Manufacturing 81

Manufacturing Automotive 81

Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The Indian automotive industry has been a significant contributor to the country’s GDP and employment. India’s ambitious plan to electrify its automobile fleet has prompted global automakers to set up manufacturing units for EVs in the country. Let me share some insight on some of these trends.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Electronics Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 98

Plastics News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Plastics processor Mergon Group of Ireland has opened a manufacturing plant in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico. Westmeath-based Mergon will employ 150 at the new site, which will focus on production for automotive and industrial markets, officials said in a news release. The firm supplies parts for brands including BMW, Rivian and Xerox.

Manufacturing 81

Manufacturing Automotive 81

Robotics Business Review

JULY 10, 2024

The company ‘s new facility includes advanced product manufacturing and customized automation, as well as warehouse space for more than 6,000 quick-delivery robots and tens of thousands of parts. Robot maker invests in North American production Since 2019, FANUC has invested more than $187 million, including a 461,000-sq.

Robotics 113

Robotics Robotics Automation Warehousing 113

SMMT

JULY 4, 2024

in June to reach 179,263 units – and breaks million motors mark at the half year point for first time since 2019. to reach 179,263 units, according to new figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). New car market grows 1.1% As a result, so far in 2024, 1,006,763 new cars have been registered, up 6.0%

Automotive 110

Automotive Manufacturing 110

Robotics Business Review

MAY 9, 2025

Total installations of industrial robots in the automotive industry increased by 10.7%, reaching 13,700 units in 2024, according to the IFR. automotive sales dropped 15% in 2024 compared with 2023. However, in other key areas of manufacturing automation, the US lags behind its competitors. It reported that U.S.

Robotics 52

Robotics Robotics Automotive Automation 52

SMMT

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

to 8,740 units, marking best October since 2019 and 10th consecutive month of growth this year. in October, with 8,740 vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis rolling off British factory lines, according to the latest figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). 1 October 2019: 9,087 units.

Supply Chain 105

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 105

Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 21, 2025

Source: Watch Out Manufacturers face widespread shortages of skilled labor, but more intelligent automation could alleviate the problem, according to Watch Out. manufacturing jobs could go unfilled through 2033, according to a report from Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute. Nearly 2 million U.S. Nearly 2 million U.S.

Aerospace 69

Aerospace Artificial Intelligence Robotics Robotics 69

SMMT

OCTOBER 26, 2022

UK car manufacturing output declined by -6.0% in September, following four consecutive months of growth, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). from the 120,729 cars built in the same month in pre-Covid 2019. UK car manufacturing output declined by -6.0%

Supply Chain 145

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 145

SMMT

JANUARY 25, 2023

in 2022 to 775,014 units, according to the latest figures issued today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). off the 1,303,135 cars made in 2019 pre-pandemic, equivalent to a loss of more than half a million cars. UK car production declined -9.8% December rounded off a volatile year, with output down -17.9%

Automotive 143

Automotive Supply Chain Manufacturing 143

SMMT

JULY 5, 2024

When the automotive sector succeeds, so does Britain. Automotive’s role as a driving force for economic growth is clear: our businesses employ 800,000 people in well paid and rewarding jobs across the country, we remain Britain’s largest export sector and we are essential to the nation’s decarbonisation goals.

Automotive 106

Automotive Energy Optimization Automation Manufacturing 106

AU Manufacturing

JANUARY 26, 2023

The manufacturing output of British cars declined by 9.8 per cent in 2022 to 775.014 units in December, according to a report released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). million cars made in 2019 pre-pandemic, equivalent to a loss of more than half a million cars. billion (AUD 2.3

Manufacturing 84

Manufacturing Supply Chain Automotive 84

SMMT

JULY 27, 2023

UK commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturing grew 16.0% in the first six months of the year as 58,675 units rolled off factory lines, with June marking the third consecutive month of growth, according to the latest figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). this year to 114,500 units. to 20,872 units.

Supply Chain 98

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 98

Gary Mintchell

MARCH 28, 2024

Through the new Customer Experience Center, ABB will showcase its leading hardware and software solutions, pioneering the latest digital and AI-powered automation technologies with customers, and developing and manufacturing next generation robots. The post ABB Opens Updated Robotics Facility appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection.

Robotics 130

Robotics Robotics Logistics Beverage 130

Canadian Manufacturing

JUNE 30, 2023

provided an updates on the company’s advances in its current technical and business development initiatives, predominantly for its architectural, automotive, and military verticals, which are now expected to generate revenue on or before fiscal year end. MISSISSAUGA — Cymat Technologies Ltd.,

Automotive 59

Automotive Composites Prototype  Manufacturing 59

SMMT

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

What services do you offer van/truck manufacturers in the area of autonomous commercial vehicles? These standards are being used by some manufacturers and operators of commercial vehicles – in the UK and internationally – to help ensure safety when trialling automated vehicles on public roads and off-road (for e.g. at ports).

Automotive 59

Automotive Freight Automation Manufacturing 59