Bowers promotes Ryan Kingswell

Bowers Group has appointed Ryan Kingswell as the company’s new director of sales, marketing and service. In his new role, Kingswell will unify the sales, marketing and service teams at Bowers – an integration that will enhance service by centring on the needs of customers. He will also explore new markets and opportunities for upcoming products. Most recently, Kingswell served as the company’s UK and Ireland sales manager, focusing on driving sales growth and building strong relationships with customers and colleagues. His experience and understanding of the business have prepared him well for his new role.

More information www.bowersgroup.co.uk

Schuler under new management

Martin Drasch will become the new CEO of press manufacturer Schuler when he takes up his new position on 1 October 2024. Since 2018, the 49-year-old has been CEO of multinational engineering company Manz AG, which employs around 1400 people. Drasch built up the Mobility & Battery Solutions division there and initiated a co-operation with companies such as Dürr and Grob on the topic of a ‘turnkey battery factory’. The mechanical engineering graduate previously worked as chief operating officer (COO) at Manz and in various management positions at Eisenmann.

More information www.schulergroup.com

UK Manufacturing: The Facts 2024

Make UK’s annual analysis of the latest manufacturing facts and statistics is now available. 

In total, the reports reveals that the sector contributed £217bn in output to the economy last year, supporting 2.6m jobs. Firms are also investing more than in 2023, with £38.8bn worth of investment taking place. Like last year’s edition, ‘UK Manufacturing: The Facts 2024’ again reveals that manufacturing jobs are better paid than most, with average salaries rising by £2281 to £38,769 this year. In comparison, salaries in services and the wider economy average at £34,698 and £35,404, respectively. 

More information www.makeuk.org

Countdown begins to EMO 2025

Online registration for the EMO 2025 exhibition is now open. Taking place on 22-26 September 2025, EMO is set to celebrate its 50th anniversary at the event. EMO general commissioner Carl Martin Welcker is inviting manufacturers of metalworking-related machines and components from all over the world to present their products, services and solutions to an international trade audience. There is an early-bird discount for exhibitors available until 15 October 2023.

“EMO is and remains the industry platform where companies can inspire customers, expand their own network and, of course, do business,” he says Welcker. “Where else can manufacturers meet so many high-calibre trade visitors from more than 140 countries in just five days?”

More information www.emo-hannover.com

Largest order book for ASG

In a landmark announcement at the Farnborough International Airshow last month, Manchester-based aerospace manufacturing conglomerate ASG Group announced its largest-ever group order book. The multi-million-pound orders, facilitated through collaborations with major global aerospace OEMs, signify a significant growth for the group in both single-aisle and long-range platforms. With a client roster that includes Airbus, Boeing, Collins, Eaton, Moog, Rolls-Royce and Spirit, the company’s operations span eight locations across the UK and Germany.

More information www.asg-group.co