Qimtek Industry Round Up - 20/03/17

BEIS launches inquiry into UK electric vehicles market
As part of the government’s Industrial Strategy, Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Committee has announced the launch of a new investigation into the role of electric vehicles in the UK’s transition to a low carbon economy. The BEIS Committee will examine barriers to the development of the electric vehicles market and the support it needs to progress, as well as consider how the government can optimise electric vehicles as part of a strong Industrial Strategy. Check out the full article: http://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/beis-launches-inquiry-into-uk-e…;
 

More start-ups get their big chance
Up to 50 carefully-selected SMEs and innovators will now be given the opportunity to exhibit within the Enabling Innovation hub area, with all the exposure they can expect to receive from being part of the UK’s largest gathering of advanced engineering professionals which last year attracted more than 13,000 visitors. For more information visit http://www.engineeringcapacity.com/news101/business-news/more-start-ups…
 

Who are your UK manufacturing heroes?
The Manufacturer is once again scouring the length and breadth of the nation to find 100 of the greatest people working in manufacturing; 100 unique and uplifting stories of struggle, grit, determination and success against all the odds, personal tales of individuals helping to change popular perceptions of careers in UK manufacturing and draw young people into sector.  Get involved using this link to The Manufacturer article: http://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/who-are-your-uk-manufacturing-h…
 

Precision apprentices wanted
Cold forming and machining specialist, Dawson Shanahan Limited, is searching for candidates to join its expanding apprentice training programme at its dedicated training school. Visit Engineering Capacity's website for full details: http://www.engineeringcapacity.com/news101/business-news/precision-appr…
 

Siemens announces £1m investment
Siemens in Leeds has announced an additional £1m investment, having almost doubled turnover in the six years since it relocated from Bradford to its current site. According to Siemens Leeds, the injection will support a new service cell for rail fleet gearbox overhauls and will help bolster local investment in the supply chain, as well as create up to 15 jobs over the coming five years. Full article can be found via The Manufacturer by clicking here: http://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/siemens-leeds-announces-1m-inve…
 

Free recruitment fair for engineering and construction professionals
The National Engineering and Construction Recruitment Exhibition is taking place from 31 March and 1 April at the NEC in Birmingham. Recruiters from industry-leading employers will be on hand to discuss job opportunities for both experienced engineering or construction professionals and recent graduates. Check out the story via The Engineering Councils website: http://www.engc.org.uk/news/news/free-recruitment-fair-for-engineering-… Or visit the show's website to register: https://www.engineerjobs.co.uk/engineering-exhibitions/spring-exhibitio…