Rural counties like Cumbria have a bright future, according to a report released today by one of the UK’s leading Altnet brands, Fibrus. ‘The Future of Rural Communities’ report challenges […]
Category: Manufacturing
Carlisle snacking company hails progress against sustainability ambitions
The company behind the Carr’s bakery in Carlilse has unveiled its 2024 report card on sustainability with progress to cut carbon, source responsibly and tackle packaging. pladis, which owns the […]
Fundraising for wheelchairs in remote communities around the world in Keswick
A global wheelchair and mobility equipment manufacturer and its Cumbrian-based partners held a fundraising walk in Keswick this week for the firm’s Move For Mobility campaign. World-leading wheelchair manufacturer Invacare […]
Hamilton’s Outdoor Living Penrith acquired by local landscaping duo
Amanda Ingram and Paul Moran have taken over Hamilton’s Outdoor Living & Landscape Supplies for an undisclosed sum today. Based on Blamire Road in Penrith, Hamilton’s offers an extensive range […]
Cumbrian Playground Manufacturer Unveils NEW Accessible Toddler Range
Playdale Playgrounds, a leading provider of children’s outdoor playground equipment, has launched a new accessible modular play tower range. Playdale’s team of expert Playground Engineers has developed a new generation […]
Sustainable solution to keep UK manufacturing moving forward in 2025
Manufacturing businesses looking to operate more efficiently in 2025 are being helped by an unlikely source – dry ice. It’s not the white stuff which gave us all a freezing […]
Cumbria-based sports surfaces manufacturer celebrates record year
The UK’s leading sports manufacturer, Maryport-based SIS Pitches, has announced 2024 as its best-performing year to date. In addition to investing £500,000 in its Maryport factory for new tufting machines and […]
Cumbria-based sports pitches leader announces Saudi Arabia ambitions
The UK team behind Riyadh’s World Record-breaking Kingdom Arena pitch, SIS Pitches, has shared its ambitious long-term plans to expand into Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. SIS Pitches, which produces […]
Grant unlocks development of new domestic air source heat pump by Kendal based business
A grant of £43,214 from Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership (CLEP) has helped Kendal based Revolutionary Concepts Ltd develop and test a prototype for a novel domestic heat pump. If successful, […]
A region built on ‘problem-solvers, fixers and doers’ given opportunities to grow through iSH’s new focus
Robotics and AI, Advanced Engineering, Manufacturing and a revitalised Leconfield Enterprise Campus are new MD’s top priorities for West Cumbria Gary McKeating has a new mission. But it’s built on […]
Sealy welcomes hospitality customers to its market-leading factory in Cumbria
Leading mattress brand, Sealy UK, invites hospitality customers from across the country to two exclusive open day events in Aspatria, Cumbria, later this month. Sealy will open the doors of its […]
Cumbrian manufacturers open their doors for National Manufacturing Day
Manufacturers throughout the UK opened their doors to the public for a behind-the-scenes look at how manufacturers’ facilities work. In Cumbria, Cumbria Business Growth Hub partnered with three local manufacturers to […]
Cumbrian Manufacturer featured on National News for Post-Brexit Triumph
South Cumbrian Playground Manufacturing Company, Playdale Playgrounds President, Barry Leahey MBE appeared on the Nigel Farage show, discussing the exceptional achievements of the Playground Manufacturing company since the implementation of […]
Businesses invited to get on board as Space Week launches in Cumbria
Opportunities for businesses in Cumbria to diversify into the space industry are being brought to the region next month. iSH, the Industrial Solutions Hub, is hosting Space Week across West […]
Ice cream maker ready for summer rush after tech investment- backed by Made Smarter’s NW Adoption Programme
An ice cream manufacturer is ready for the summer rush after using technology to transform with the support of Made Smarter. Lakes Ice Cream, based in Kendal, makes 1.2m litres […]
Furniture and home goods makers urged to use home improvement boom as catalyst for digital transformation
Furniture and home goods makers in Cumbria are being urged to use the ongoing home improvement boom as a catalyst for digital transformation. The sectors, which produce sofas, beds and […]
Cumbria businesses bid to make their export dreams a reality
BUSINESSES bidding to launch or supercharge their export plans attended a special masterclass where experts told them ‘you can do this’. Ambitious companies from the county were joined by their […]
Motorcycle exhaust manufacturer takes brakes off innovation and growth with Made Smarter
A manufacturer of high-quality motorcycle exhausts is unlocking its capacity to innovate and grow with the support of Made Smarter. Fuel Exhausts, based in Kendal, is investing in a 3D […]