Archive for August, 2010

Mixed Manufacturing Messages

Posted by Duncan Greenwood on 04 Aug 2010 | Filed under: Manufacturing

Manufacturing continues to perform well, but with some uncertainty ahead, according to two surveys published today.

The Engineering Employers Federation and accountants BDO LLP report that manufacturing firms outperformed expectations this year but face greater global uncertainty and financial market volatility ahead.

The sector is predicted to outstrip the rest of the economy, growing by 3.8% this year and dipping to 3.4% in 2011.

Meanwhile, the CBI

Leeds print firm making its mark

Posted by David Baggaley on 03 Aug 2010 | Filed under: Manufacturing

News today that Leeds-based Resource Print Solutions is set to become a major player in the web to print arena following advice from the Manufacturing Advisory Service Yorkshire and Humber. The management of the company has invested £250,000 into the business and new jobs have been created. Read more>>>