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Production of iconic islander returns to Britain
Britten-Norman has launched its new production line at Bembridge as it repatriates manufacturing of the Islander aircraft back to the UK. Industry experts, customers and the press gathered at Bembridge as the new production line of the ‘Land Rover of the skies’ was officially opened by Bob Seely MP. Those present included Alex Norman, the son of co- founder Desmond Norman. From now on, the iconic Islander aircraft, variants of which have been manufactured by
the company for more than 50 years, will be built at Bembridge before being transported across to Lee-on-Solent for final assembly. The 1st Islander to be built in the UK since operations moved to Romania in 1968 is expected to be completed by May 2024.
Seco has launched a drastically updated visual identity as well as a long-term brand strategy. The company is describing this as the first in a sequence of major steps, as the business positions itself as a leading global name for industry innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. “We wanted our new brand to look clean, contemporary, and ready for the future.” says Bettina Palmen, Brand Manager at Seco. www.secotools.com Seco embraces a new look
Mazak recognised as leading employer Mazak stands out as one of just 12 businesses in the region to be awarded the Cornerstone
Certificate by Worcestershire County Council’s Local Enterprise Partnership. It celebrates employers with a deep-rooted culture of fostering the next generation of talent and an on-going commitment to nurturing the future workforce. The company employs over 600 people at its European Manufacturing Plant in Worcester, which has the capacity to build over 1,000 machine tools a year. Max Jones, People Development Manager, for Yamazaki Mazak UK commented, “Yamazaki Mazak UK is delighted to be recognised as a Cornerstone Employer by Worcestershire County Council. We are very proud of the work we do within local schools, colleges and organisations to support young people in achieving their goals and aspirations for the future. As a global manufacturer of world class machine tools, we are committed to the principle of excellent corporate citizenship.” www.mazakeu.com
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