We couldn’t celebrate our 20th anniversary without speaking to someone who played a crucial role in our history and shaped NEPIC into what it is today, that individual is Dr Stan Higgins, former CEO of NEPIC. Stan led the formation…

Last month, CIEC ambassadors from BOC took part in an inspiring training day. They delved into the national curriculum, explored a variety of Children Challenging Industry activities, and prepared engaging, hands-on sessions to deliver in local primary schools. A huge…

A North East engineering firm has bolstered its leadership team with a new senior appointment. Jake Carr has joined Northern Engineering Solutions as Project Engineering Manager with an impressive track record built over nine years in engineering and project management…

From the early days of mechanised production to today’s complex supply chains, the industrial sector has always embraced progress. Now, it’s time for the next leap forward - digital transformation. At MCD Systems, we help industrial businesses modernise through intelligent,…

The ‘brains behind Cleancube’ discusses how the Guardtech Group’s signature off-site, plug-and-play solution came into being and went on to become a jewel in their cleanroom construction crown So, Mark – tell us how Cleancube Mobile Cleanrooms came about… Mark…

As Shimadzu celebrates 150 years of innovation, we turn the spotlight to the people who’ve made it all possible — our customers. From game-changing discoveries to everyday moments that matter, their stories reflect the real-world impact of our technology. We’ve…

Following a review of its 2024/25 pilot, the UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) has announced a return to its well-established IP Audit scheme as the central support programme for innovative SMEs in 2025/26. This shift comes after the UK…

In the ever-evolving world of global trade, clarity is power—and when it comes to customs, a little clarity can go a long way. That’s why a newly launched page on GOV.UK is turning heads in the import/export world. The UK…

Thermon continues to lead the way in delivering innovative thermal technologies that enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability across global industries. Following our recent focus on electrically heated tubing bundles, we now explore the benefits of steam and fluid heated tubing…

Paul Griffiths, founder of hydraulic engineering firm Industrial and Marine Hydraulics (IMH), has been awarded Tees Business’ Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his life’s ambition to give his time, talent and efforts to others in Teesside. The third annual…