collaboration is in our dna
We believe the best solutions come from working together. Our network spans global manufacturers, technology providers, universities, research centres and catapult networks, alongside funding agencies, trade bodies and government. By uniting diverse expertise, we create the best conditions for knowledge exchange, accelerated innovation and real-world impact. This integrated approach ensures ideas are tested, refined and scaled, strengthening the resilience of UK manufacturing.
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OUR PARTNERS
INDUSTRY
Airbus
BAE Systems
BMW Group
GKN Aerospace
Hamble Aerostructures
Leonardo
Rolls Royce
Spirit AerosSystems
TECHNOLOGY PROVIDERS
Siemens
Fairfield
FANUC
KUKA
ABB
Beckoff
Electroimpact
ATS
Nikon
Loop
Target 3D
PTC
Dassault
Solving
Omron
Witte
Starrag
Hexagon
INSTITUTIONS
Imperial College London
University of Birmingham
University of Cambridge
University of Sheffield
Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre
University of Strathclyde
National Manufacturing Institute Scotland
University of Ulster
Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre
Manufacturing Technology Centre
FUNDING BODIES
EPSRC
Innovate UK
Aerospace Technology Institute
Made Smarter
Clean Sky
Horizon Europe
REGIONAL & TRADE BODIES
East Midlands Combined County Authority
East Midlands Manufacturing Networks
East Midlands Regional Defence a Science Cluster
East Midlands Chamber of Commerce
Make UK
GOVERNMENT
Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
Department of Business & Trade
Ministry of Defence

