Made in Yorkshire

A Factory Tour of ‘Royal’ Quality... Literally. We’re now just over 3 weeks away from the first MIY Factory Tour of 2025, and it’s set to be a truly special one! On Thursday, 6th February, the iconic AW Hainsworth and Sons Ltd, led by Managing Director Amanda McLaren, will open their doors to Made in Group members. With a Royal Warrant, 240 years of textile heritage, and recognition as one of the last remaining vertically integrated woollen mills in the UK, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. This tour is not just a celebration of West Yorkshire’s manufacturing excellence but an opportunity to gain valuable business insights tailored for senior management teams and business owners. Members who attend will gain insights into: 📈 Sustainability Strategies that Deliver Results: Learn how AW Hainsworth’s ‘Three P’s’ approach (People, Planet, Profit) has driven impactful change across their business. 👨👦 Leadership Transition Best Practices: Gain actionable advice on succession planning within privately owned and family-run businesses. 👑 The Royal Warrant Journey: Explore the challenges and benefits of achieving and maintaining this prestigious status. 💷 Investment & Restructuring Lessons: Hear firsthand how recent investments and structural changes have propelled AW Hainsworth forward. 🤝 Networking in Action: Engage in a unique roundtable discussion with industry leaders over a light lunch, addressing critical topics like sustainability, leadership, and cultural innovation. With limited spaces remaining, this exclusive event is a must for members looking to enhance their strategic thinking. So, make sure you book your place via the Made in platform today! 👇 https://lnkd.in/e7_3YG9w We're looking forward to catching up with members there!

Proud Made in Yorkshire member, WOMAG! are partnering with Coventry Rugby to elevate team performance. Through our innovative weighing and measurement solutions, Womag helps athletes track their progress and stay game-ready. This collaboration perfectly blends engineering excellence with sporting prowess. https://lnkd.in/e5BmDFGB Tom Marren Darren Rice Daniel Egan-Sheath Dr Stewart Sale Marcus Beavon-Hughes Charlotte Williams Paul Stockhill Heath Davies CMgr FCMI Nigel Rivers Thomas Kerrigan Luke A. Luke Allsopp Keith Aspinall Robert Lawton Darren langdon Toby Trinder Samantha Goodman David Chappell Anne-Marie McDonnell Luke Housley Ian Turner Karen Tinkler Adam Bradley Craig Martin Ian Creighton

Made in Yorkshire member Power Plastics Limited recently engaged with their local MP Kevin Hollinrake MP, as reported in a news article on the Made Platform. Congratulations to the team for welcoming MPs to your factory, giving policymakers a firsthand understanding of the sector and its positive impact on local communities. It’s crucial for industry leaders to open direct channels of communication with government—both nationally and locally—to strengthen the voice and influence of the sector. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ezF3iiQY 📍 Inviting your MP to your factory is one of the most impactful ways to strengthen industry representation. Write to your MP or invite them to your facility. Find your MP: https://lnkd.in/dc3W6aS Andy Jewell Simon Price Andrew Beetles Rupert Foster Jason Pinkney Alexander Harvey Jimmy Phillips Kevin Dwyer Mike Stewart Harriet L Stainton Wayne Chadwick Bradley McBain Gareth Jones Graeme Smith Andrew Taylor Andrea Wilson Jade Dyer Mark Bates Mike Pennington Sam Sleight Danny Macfarlane Karen Tinkler James Soden

The Made in Yorkshire and Made in the Midlands members best practice events start on the 22nd January. We've also expanded our lineup of in-person factory tours, login and check them out! Members can RSVP for these events directly from your dashboard. Not a member? Contact Sam Sleight or Curtis Stennett

🔧 Join the Team at Siddall & Hilton! 🔧 We're looking for passionate individuals to grow with us in Brighouse. Ready to take the next step in your career? 👉 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e2pwp2Tw 📅 Closing Date: Fri, 24 Jan 2025 #Teamwork #Careers #Manufacturing

Leeds-based, family-owned Vallely Tankers (UK) Limited has chosen Made in Yorkshire member, RamBase to modernise its road tanker production. RamBase will provide real-time insight into manufacturing, supply chain, and financials, enabling improved oversight and cost control. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ev9qx4-N 📌 Don't miss out! Share your stories on the Made in Yorkshire platform or RSVP for upcoming events and factory tours directly from your dashboard. Our events lineup kicks off on January 22—mark your calendars! Not a member? Contact Sam Sleight or Curtis Stennett Tony Flannagan Roger Gullhaug Philip Crothers Elisabeth Aardal Gerry Vallely Darrel Cooper Simon Roe Jaswanthi Vineela P. Scott Reid Jordon Burton M.J. Lomax Steve Ashdown Chris Barnes Tracey Mercer Dip CII Ryan Beaney Tom Lyons Phil Sutcliffe Nizam Giga

Shout-out to Becker UK  – a proud Made in Yorkshire member – who’ll be showcasing their innovative progressive air technology at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2025! Don’t miss this chance to see their cutting-edge solutions in action. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eb7nBXXZ 📣 Members, elevate your voice on the Made platform! Share news articles, your successes, or showcase your capabilities. Each week, we spotlight the best stories across our social channels. Don't miss out—RSVP now for our upcoming events. We're launching our first online meet-up on January 22nd, and we've doubled our factory tour offerings. Kick off the year by committing to engage, learn, and exchange best practices with your peers. Together, let's grow our collective intelligence and bolster UK industry. 🇬🇧 #ProudlyMadeInYorkshire #SouthernManufacturing2025 #BeckerUK Richard Oxley Ella Stubbs Melissa Kelly-Jones Hugh Smith Sarah Smith Joe Barry Hasan Naseer John Penman James Soden Cherelle Jones Sam Sleight Luke A.

Shout out to Made in Yorkshire member GSM Graphic Arts who have just posted on the platform. Tired of flimsy overlays that just don’t last? Uncover the shockingly tough industrial strength graphic overlays that are transforming product design! Don’t miss GSM Graphic Arts’ game-changing reveal: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eiJteAay 📌 Don't miss out! Share your stories on the Made in Yorkshire platform or RSVP for upcoming events and factory tours directly from your dashboard. Our events lineup kicks off on January 22—mark your calendars! #HardWearing #GraphicOverlays #Manufacturing #MadeInYorkshire Paul Wright Beth Martin Phil Deller Peter Young Kayleigh Augur Jo Munns Emma Wrigglesworth Chris Mann Jamie 'ThatMetrologyGuy' Greatrix Stephen Burbridge Karen Tinkler Gill Gitsham ACMA CGMA Ed Giles Melody Bowen Diane Dick Assoc CIPD Chrissie Gargett Martha Townrow Harry Underwood Andrew Farthing Anthony Mannion Craig Simpson Mike Walker

Check out the newest team update on our microsite kindly provided by Made in Yorkshire.

Shout out to Made in Yorkshire patron Partners PR who have posted an insightful article to the Made platform sharing ideas about the art of storytelling for UK manufacturers. In today's digital era, effective storytelling is vital for UK manufacturers to enhance their brand and engage their audience. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euRivFiM 📣 Members, elevate your voice on the Made platform! Share news articles, your successes, or showcase your capabilities. Each week, we spotlight the best stories across our social channels. Don't miss out—RSVP now for our upcoming events. We're launching our first online meet-up on January 22nd, and we've doubled our factory tour offerings. Kick off the year by committing to engage, learn, and exchange best practices with your peers. Together, let's grow our collective intelligence and bolster UK industry. 🇬🇧 Monica Green Karen Tinkler Cherelle Jones Joe Richardson Ellie Bilton Yasmin Banner Kim Martlew Richard Clark Matthew Baker Paula Stainton Myles Freedman Fiona Conor Matthew Evans Nick Houghton Shaun Heys Michael Butterick Emma Tillotson Adam Gillard James Soden Stephen Crow