Category : Manufacturing


Caldwell Construction Assets Go to Online Auction

Machinery and equipment from Caldwell Construction, which entered administration in January, are being auctioned online by BPI Asset Advisory. The auctions feature excavators, dumpers, and commercial vehicles from the firm that employed over 400 people.

UK Shoe Brand Early Days Faces Collapse After 74 Years

The historic British footwear manufacturer Early Days, established in 1952, is on the brink of collapse after a potential buyer withdrew due to Middle East conflict fears and rising costs, threatening its Leicester factory and skilled workforce.

UK Car Parts Maker Collapses into Administration

WCM Europe Ltd, a British automotive component manufacturer, has collapsed into administration, with joint administrators appointed by the High Court in Birmingham. The firm's plastic component production and cold forming processes for major vehicle maker

Heyside Group Robotics Investment with GM Support

Heyside Group, an Oldham-based plastics manufacturer, is aiming to increase capacity by 60% through robotics and automation investments backed by the GM Business Growth Hub and local council support.

Amazon Security Camera Deals Under £13

Discover budget-friendly video doorbells and outdoor cameras on Amazon, offering high-resolution monitoring and alerts for less than £13 to enhance home security affordably.

Delio Wealth Acquired by US Firm, Plans Cardiff Growth

Cardiff-based fintech Delio Wealth has been acquired by New York's iAltA Holdings. The deal will see management remain, with plans to double headcount to 50 and expand in new Cardiff offices, supported by local council investment.

Filtronic Expands UK Space Manufacturing with New Durham Base

Satellite communications firm Filtronic opens a multimillion-pound factory in County Durham, significantly expanding production capacity to support over £200m in annual revenue and strengthen the UK's position in critical space technologies.

UK High-Performance Car Maker JRM Enters Administration

JRM Advanced Engineering Limited, a major UK firm specializing in high-performance vehicle design and modification, has collapsed into administration. The Daventry-based company appointed Rollasons Solicitors as administrators on February 12, 2026.

Aston Martin to Cut 500 Jobs as Profit Plunges 37%

British luxury carmaker Aston Martin is consulting on cutting 20% of its global workforce after revenue fell 21% to £1.3bn and profit dropped 37%. The company cites tariff pressures and geopolitical uncertainties but expects improvement in 2026 with Valha

Spotnails Secures £3m Funding for Expansion

Caerphilly-based industrial tools firm Spotnails has secured a £3m funding facility from HSBC UK and Development Bank of Wales to support its growth plans, including warehouse expansion and new e-shop.

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