Updated 5:45am 25 May 2013

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Alan Hall

We're at a crossroads

THIS week is EEF's manufacturing week, where EEF and manufacturers across the region are showcasing why manufacturing needs to be at the heart of the UK economy.Read

The value of manufacturing is ...

DURING manufacturing week EEF is celebrating, showcasing and demonstrating the value of manufacturing to the region and beyond. We asked EEF experts to tell is what they think is the value of manufacturing.Read

North East firms urged to 'take it to the world'

THERE is little doubt the economic downturn has had a significant impact on the North East economy, particularly in the manufacturing sector.Read

Brighter mood for UK manufacturers

LIKE the rest of the economy, manufacturing has been through a tough time over the past 18 months. But more recent indicators, such as the monthly Purchasing Managers Index, suggest that the mood among manufacturers is changing.Read

Why do you love manufacturing?

At lovemanufacturing.co.uk we've been asking people why they love manufacturing. Here is just a sample of what you've said.Read

Exports lead to hughest output, new jobs and boost for region

CRABTREE of Gateshead is set to enjoy one of the busiest years in its history after securing £6.9m of new export orders from China.Read

Taking control of a shrinking labour pool Siemens Energy Service

SIEMENS Energy Service is future-proofing its business by bringing training in-house and establishing recruitment schemes for school- leavers and ex-service personnel.Read

A great love of manufacturing

THE Ford Group, comprising Ford Component Manufacturing and Ford Aerospace, celebrates its centenary in 2010. Third generation chairman, Geoff Ford, is in no doubt about the sense of achievement involved. He tells The Journal their story.Read