As we lurch towards the autumn Budget, Make UK is warning that any further increases in business taxes, combined with the continued failure to reduce industrial energy costs, risks setting the UK on a path to significant deindustrialisation. Data published my Make UK shows that manufacturers' business costs have already risen significantly this year, not least through the hike in NICs, while it describes the current high energy prices as an "existential threat" to the short-term survival of many companies. Stephen Phipson, CEO of Make UK, said: "If we are to get growth of the floor then it is going to be business that provides it and this budget simply has to have growth as the number one focus.”
19th November 2025
Make UK warns of deindustrialisation risk
As we lurch towards the autumn Budget, Make UK is warning that any further increases in business taxes, combined with the continued failure to reduce industrial energy costs, risks setting the UK on a path to significant deindustrialisation. Data published my Make UK shows that manufacturers' business costs have already risen significantly this year, not least through the hike in NICs, while it describes the current high energy prices as an "existential threat" to the short-term survival of many companies. Stephen Phipson, CEO of Make UK, said: "If we are to get growth of the floor then it is going to be business that provides it and this budget simply has to have growth as the number one focus.”
Mitsubishi Electric UK launches new OT cyber security services
Mitsubishi Electric UK Automation Systems has launched a new range of Operational Technology (OT) cyber security services in the UK to address growing cyber threats within the manufacturing industry and align with legislation and standards.
Plug-and-play linear motion turns a compact robot into a multitasking chocolate picker
When customers tap a screen to choose their favourite chocolates, Roose Automation's 'ChocoMatic' robot arm travels along a linear track, selects each chocolate, and delivers them without human intervention. Behind this playful, hygienic ...
SKF launches platform for sharing technologies that could reduce environmental impact
SKF is launching The Patent Bay, a new platform open to companies that aim to accelerate technologies with the potential to advance sustainability, by making selected patents freely available to others.
Rockwell Automation Introduces SecureOT Solution Suite
Rockwell Automation has announced the launch of SecureOT solution suite, a comprehensive industrial cybersecurity offering designed to help manufacturers and critical infrastructure protect critical operations and build secure environments.
New from Elesa, the CFM-PC hinge in UL-94 V0 self-extinguishing technopolymer integrates the mechanical function of a standard hinge with the possibility to transmit electrical current from a jamb to the attached door.
Miniature linear actuators have comprehensive configuration capability
MLA series miniature linear positioning actuators from Applied Motion Products (AMP) are based around NEMA 11, 14, 17 and 23 frame stepper motors and can be configured as motor-only open-loop variants or supplied complete with the company's ...
As the automotive industry pushes forward with electrification plans and eco-conscious designs, igus is helping engineers stay ahead with sustainable solutions that enhance operations both in the factory and the vehicles themselves.
Why drive system design is vital for automated liquid dispensing systems
Automated liquid dispensing machines rely on high precision and repeatable performance, and operating within a laboratory setting, they must also occupy a compact footprint. The electric drive system responsible for the motion of the pipetting head ...
The FL mGuard 2102 and FL mGuard 4302 Gigabit security routers from Phoenix Contact combine mGuard security software with powerful hardware. They are designed to protect industrial networks against unauthorised access or malware intrusion.
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