Make UK Defence is staging a ‘meet the buyer’ event targeted at businesses from the emerging technologies sector. The virtual event on 16-17 June aims to connect defence and space companies with innovation from the research and start-up ecosystem, early TRL levels, and aid with supply chain development for the future. Using the Swapcard platform, the event already features buyers from Aquila, Babcock, Defence & Security Accelerator, Leonardo Electronics, Leonardo Helicopters, QinetiQ, Raytheon, RBSL, Teledyne e2v and Thales, with more to announcements soon.

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Nova Scientia, a supplier of fibre-optic monitoring and predictive maintenance for advanced engineering, is now operational with a fully functional, progressive R&D department thanks to the successful move last month and installation of a state-of-the-art machine and optical table. The table measures 2.4 x 1.2 m and weighs almost half a tonne, which is why factory relocation specialist IES was appointed to the project. The table was raised using a 45-tonne crane and positioned safely on a landing platform, before being moved inside the building using skoots and transported to its final destination.

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The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) is celebrating its 150th anniversary following its formation on 17 May 1871. To date, the IET has built a global community of 158,000 members across 153 countries, spanning all disciplines of engineering and technology. The Institution comprises over 40 predecessor organisations that can trace their history as far back as 1854 with the Society of Engineers (SoE). In 2005, the SoE was absorbed into the Institution of Incorporated Engineers (IIE) and then, in 2006, the IIE merged with the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) to form the IET.

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www.theiet.org/150

Close Brothers Asset Finance and Leasing is announcing the return of its Sales Academy, which is designed to attract new and diverse talent into the sector. Now in its third iteration, the company is looking to recruit 10 new sales trainees across the UK who will specialise in one of a number of sectors. The academy provides full and intensive training, comprising classroom-based learning, mentoring and practical ‘on-the-job’ training. Following their training period, successful applicants will concentrate on building a customer base, territory and business plan, with full assistance from a mentor.

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Bowers Group is making a series of changes to its UK sales team, including the appointment of Ryan Kingswell as UK sales manager and Patrick Curry as technical product manager. Furthermore, southeast sales manager Stephen Maughan will take on the additional responsibility of national accounts manager, while central east sales manager Dan Beaulieu will become the country manager for Ireland as part of his extended role. Deputy managing director Martin Hawkins says: “It’s great to see the team progress into new roles and responsibilities; a true testament to their dedication, knowledge and success.”

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