MPA research Archives

Sustainable packaging: how the UK is becoming a world leader

In 2018, the UK took steps to become a world leader in sustainable packaging. With an investment of £60 million, the government has called on innovators to develop packaging which will reduce the impact harmful plastics are having on the environment.

Advancements shaping the Automotive Engineering sector

Find out how technical advancements in the automotive engineering industry are reshaping the automotive production cycle.

Financing smart manufacturing

Delaying change in adopting a smart factory model is no longer an option for many companies, however an increasing shortage of skilled staff is a challenge.

Exploiting Big Data in Manufacturing

Advances in technology such as augmented reality, cloud computing, robotics and automation, 3D printing and decentralised control systems increase efficiency, optimise the use of resources and accelerate responsiveness to changing customer demands.

Engineers predict 2020 innovation trends

We spoke to businesses as well as our own staff at Advanced Engineering 2019 to get their view on important areas of R&D in 2020.

Technological transformation – friend or foe?

The availability of data has not just impacted business it has also changed consumer expectations driving the demand for better, faster, more economical or more personalised services and products. Businesses need to transform in order to remain competitive, but is technological transformation a friend or foe?

Smart manufacturing needs smart investment

Find out how to transform your business through investment in smart manufacturing and execute ‘enterprise-wide I4.0 strategies’ that align with long-term business objectives.

Whitepaper – Unleash the power of the Smart Factory

Find out the individual elements needed for smart manufacturing and how, through integration, UK manufacturers can unleash the power of the smart factory.

Innovating to stay ahead of the game in the food and drink industry

Each year, approximately 10 million tonnes of food and drink is wasted in the UK, while the industry is also responsible for emissions equivalent to at least 32 million tonnes of carbon.

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