EDITORIAL ROUNDUP

Skills awards winners announced

Industry leaders gathered earlier this month at the 10th annual Enginuity Skills Awards to celebrate the best in UK engineering and manufacturing talent. Run by Enginuity, a charity dedicated to closing skills gaps, the ceremony was hosted by Honorary Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and award-winning broadcaster Steph McGovern at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Jamie Clarke, a maintenance apprentice at LISI Aerospace Rugby, not only picked up the Advanced Level Apprentice of the Year trophy but also the biggest prize of the evening, the Best of British Engineering Award.

More information www.enginuity.org/skills-awards-2024

Leicester Bearings makes key acquisition

Leicester Bearings, a specialist in the supply and distribution of engineering components, consumables and associated mechanical services, has acquired Mercury Power Transmission, a prominent player in the bearings, power transmission and fabrication industry. The focus is now on ensuring a smooth transition for employees, customers, suppliers and other partners.

Managing director of Leicester Bearings, Jamie March, says: “The extensive knowledge and experience that Mercury Power Transmission brings are second to none. This acquisition represents a strategic investment in expanding our footprint in the supply of fabrication, engineering services and power transmission, enabling us to deliver even greater value to our customers and drive sustainable growth.”

More information www.leicesterbearings.co.uk 

Dynamic conference/seminar programme

Attendees at Manufacturing World Tokyo can expect a dynamic programme of conferences and seminars that delves into key areas such as DX (digital transformation), AI (artificial intelligence), IoT solutions, additive manufacturing, factory automation, motion control, mechanical components and factory facilities/equipment. The conference programme will feature innovative case studies and insights from industry leaders like Hitachi, Panasonic, Microsoft, Subaru, Nissan and Mazda. ‘DX promotion and AI utilisation’, ‘AM and 3D printer utilisation’ and ‘Decarbonisation and GX’ will be among many key topics.

More information www.bit.ly/3Kyw0YK

Get set for Manufacturing World

The 36th edition of Asia’s leading manufacturing trade show opens at the Tokyo Big Sight
this week (19-21 June). Manufacturing World Tokyo is a major international exhibition and
conference that brings together industry experts, innovators and decision-makers to
exchange knowledge, showcase technologies and shape the future of manufacturing. MTI is
an Official Media Partner of the event.


Expected to be larger and more innovative than ever, this year’s show will bring together
over 2100 exhibitors and 72,000 visitors from around the world. Visitors will attend from
sectors such as automotive, heavy engineering, electrification, machine building and
precision equipment manufacturing. The event comprises 10 concurrent shows, including:
Design & Manufacturing Solutions; Mechanical Components & Technology; Industrial AI/IoT;
Additive Manufacturing; Aerospace Technology & Components; and Measure/Test/Sensor.
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Excellence and innovation in Tokyo

The 2024 edition of Manufacturing World Tokyo marks a significant milestone as it
continues its tradition of excellence and innovation in the heart of Japan’s capital. With a
focus on the latest advancements in the manufacturing industry, the event will offer a
comprehensive showcase of cutting-edge products, technologies and solutions across
various sectors.
As an ideal business platform for gaining insights into technology trends, visitors can expand
their knowledge and connections through networking with industry leaders and global
exhibitors from 20 countries and regions, including Japan, Korea, China and Germany.
Another major attraction at the event will be a showcase of the latest strategies and case

studies from 30 Japanese and Asian manufacturers via an expansive conference
programme.
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