At the July meeting of the Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Alliance (METALL), guest speaker Asif Moghal from Autodesk invited manufacturers across Sussex and south Surrey who are keen to develop a flexible digital production strategy to join free METALL Masterclasses designed to give them key skills to move their businesses forward. Asif from Autodesk outlined […]
New C2C Strategic Economic Plan takes off.
Coast to Capital has launched its new strategy plan which is set to have a major impact on the economic life of the region which stretches from Croydon down to the south coast. Called Gatwick360°, the SEP seeks to make the region a powerhouse of commerce and industry. You can read the SEP here.
It’s nearly time for the Big Bang!
Part of a nationwide programme, the Big Bang Fair South East celebrates and raises the profile of young people’s achievements in science and engineering. In 2018, The Big Bang Fair South East will be held on Wednesday 27th and Thursday 28th June at the South of England Showground near Ardingly, West Sussex. It is suitable for older […]
Getting the most from innovation through R&D Tax Incentives
David Crowter, Tax Client Service Director at MHA Carpenter Box, has helped many local businesses to successfully claim this valuable government reward for innovation. Unfortunately, claiming R&D Tax Credits has turned into a minor industry, with hundreds of ‘consultants’ and businesses popping up all over the place. One consequence has been that ‘target’ companies have […]
Spring Statement – Good News for R&D!
The Chancellor delivered his first Spring Statement earlier this month, following the first Budget in the Autumn. As expected, no major announcements were made. However, it was clear that Research and Development (R&D) is high up on the political agenda. As well as championing the UK’s technology sector and “planning to unleash creators, innovators, investors and discoverers”, […]
Your next METALL meetings….
2018 will see METALL continuing its programme of member meetings to engage and educate the manufacturing. engineering and technology sectors with seminars and sessions designed to help businesses grow. We want to signpost and spotlight the opportunities and challenges business faces and hopefully lend a helping hand. This year, we’ll go on tour with some […]
Happy New Manufacturing Year!
On behalf of the sponsors METALL wishes all makers a Prosperous New Year! We’ll be back soon with an announcement on our first event of 2018. In the meantime please let us know if there are any subjects you’d like covered as we plan for subsequent meetings. Kind regards, METALL.
Congratulations to the Made in the South East Awards winners!
Rewarding excellence in South East manufacturing METALL sponsor MHA Carpenter Box was delighted to once again sponsor the Insider Made in the South East Awards, held on 23rd November at the Hilton London in Gatwick. The Made in the South East Awards recognise and reward manufacturing companies based in the South East that have demonstrated success in […]
METALL #6 Now Booking!
METALL #6: The 2017 MHA Manufacturing and Engineering Report with IMechE’s Philippa Oldham. When: Thursday October 19th 2017, 8.00am – 11.00am Where: South Lodge Hotel, near Horsham Subject: Commentary and analysis around the 2017 MHA Manufacturing & Engineering Report. Link here for more
Gatwick ‘Meet the Buyers’ event launched
The Sponsors of the Gatwick Diamond Meet the Buyers have hosted a number of Supporters and Buyers for the Launch of the 2017 Programme. Meet the Buyers is a unique event that connects Suppliers to Buyers across the Gatwick Diamond and wider area. Now in its 17th year, Gatwick Diamond Meet the Buyers has a proven […]