Normanton-headquartered specialist in drive technology, SEW-EURODRIVE UK, has appointed a new managing director. Andy Turner, operations director, has taken on the role after 17 years with the company in various sales and operations roles following the retirement of former MD, John Pickup.

UK eeks out growth of 0.3% in November, after a contraction in October. Activity was boosted by a 1.1% increase in the production sector and a 0.3% lift in the services sector. A rebound in car production following Jaguar Land Rover attack appears to have helped. Monthly construction output is estimated to have fallen by 1.3% in November. Budget fears made some firms cautious, but there was increased activity across IT and R&D. Wealth Club survey of high-net worth investors show pessimism about the 12 months head. With the Budget in rear-view mirror and interest rates on a downward path more optimism is due.

A York-based waste management company has announced turnover of over £22 million for 2025, capping a year of significant growth despite challenging economic conditions.

A leadership expert has advised leaders to focus on building a strong mindset if they want to succeed in 2026. Drew Povey says winning leaders are the ones who can learn from difficult situations and don’t fear pressure.

April 2026 revaluation delivers another crushing blow to industrial businesses already under severe cost pressure, says Tadweld Managing Director Chris Houston Tadweld, a UK steel fabrication and engineering company, has warned that the upcoming 2026 Business Rates Revaluation risks crippling UK manufacturers, pushing many smaller firms towards downsizing or outright cl…

Starting a business has never been easy, but in 2026, it can be a real challenge. With economic uncertainty, fast-moving technologies, and evolving consumer expectations, today’s entrepreneurs are steering through a changed environment. Yet, despite these challenges, the opportunity for innovation and success is possibly greater than ever, particularly for those who adapt early.

Alastair Morris, Managing Director of Huddersfield-based precision engineering component distributor Accu, has been named as one of Britain’s most impactful manufacturers, part of The Great 100 recently revealed by Made in Group, the organisation behind Made in the Midlands, Made in Yorkshire and Made Futures!

The workplace has changed faster than most leadership teams have adapted. Employees are expecting more clarity, more honesty, and a leadership presence they can actually read. Gen Z’s growing influence is speeding this up. Their standards around communication are reshaping what good leadership looks like inside UK businesses. Recent data backs this shift.

As supply chains continue to evolve under economic, regulatory, and technological pressure, 2026 is shaping up to be a watershed year for the procurement sector.