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Championing the strength and diversity

of Nottinghamshire's manufacturing.

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NOTTINGHAMSHIRE MANUFACTURING NETWORK

A TRUSTED PEER-TO-PEER NETWORK.

Manufacturing businesses have for centuries been a prominent feature of the economy of Nottingham and its city region. Today the heritage of many well established businesses is complemented by new arrivals which have combined to form a vibrant manufacturing sector in and around the City of Nottingham.

The Nottinghamshire Manufacturing Network is a membership organisation which aims to champion the strengths and diversity of these local manufacturing businesses.

THE UK MANUFACTURING SECTOR

THE  SIGNIFICANCE & IMPORTANCE OF THIS SECTOR

TO THE UK ECONOMY

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At East Midlands Level:

269k Employees (12% of regional jobs)

8% of UK Exports

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At Midland Engine Level:

640k Employees

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19.1% of UK Exports

At National Level:

2.7 million Employees

45% of UK Exports

68% of Business R&D

ABOUT NOTTINGHAMSHIRE MANUFACTURING NETWORK

The Nottinghamshire Manufacturing Network (NMN) is a trusted peer-to-peer membership organisation consisting of a diverse range of manufacturing businesses. Since our establishment in 2014, NMN has expanded sustainably and now represents nearly 2,000 employees.

We thrive on encouraging and facilitating contact between managing directors, business owners, industry specialists and interns and apprentices based in the East Midlands to share best practice. Our Steering Committee apply their expertise and insights from members to propel NMN’s progress in relation to the network’s goals.

Our network unites local companies and enables members to harness the cross-industry, business, engineering and manufacturing knowledge necessary to evolve and expand. We provide NMN members with opportunities to share their experiences with other industry professionals and obtain unique insights into new technologies, resources and information.

At NMN, we take pride in the diversity of our collaborative community and its ability to drive the manufacturing industry forward. At the heart of our network is a firm belief in the strong future for UK manufacturing; NMN strives to promote Nottinghamshire’s valuable contribution to the industry on a regional and national level.

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NOTTINGHAMSHIRE MANUFACTURING NETWORK

OUR CHARTER

NMN is determined to deliver the benefits of our united front across all three tiers of our network. At NMN, we:

Member Level

Provide membership to connect local manufacturing companies

Offer guidance and support to our members to enable them to make the best decisions for their businesses

Generate long-term, sustainable, mutually beneficial business opportunities

Network Level

Identify common issues and problem solve in a trusted, collaborative environment

Encourage best practice and the sharing of skills across member companies

Host specialists from a diverse range of fields to share their expertise in the form of presentations, workshops and other networking events

National Level

Create a positive perception of UK manufacturing

Promote growth in our sector

Attract manufacturing businesses to Nottinghamshire

OUR BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Summaries of all the member businesses can be found here – what they make, the markets they serve, their primary skill sets as well as full contact details.

Full Directory

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE MANUFACTURING NETWORK

NEWS

Keep up to date with news from the Nottinghamshire Manufacturing Network and individual member businesses…

British Business Bank

August 30th, 2017|

The British Business Bank has today announced the first wave of its £250million Midlands Engine Investment Fund (MEIF), with the launch of £120million SME debt [...]

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CONTACT NOTTINGHAMSHIRE MANUFACTURING NETWORK TODAY

The Nottinghamshire Manufacturing Network is a membership organisation specifically for manufacturing businesses. If you would like to know more about the network, it’s aims & objectives and how to join please contact any of the people below.

Mark Goldby
Mark GoldbyChair of NMN
Co-Founder & Part-Owner of SMS Electronics Limited
Tel: 07793 444463
Darren Joint
Darren JointDeputy Chair of NMN
Managing Director of Viking Signs Ltd
Tel: 0845 485 3301
Steve Walker
Steve WalkerNMN
University of Nottingham
Tel: 07932 134134
Daniel Symes
Daniel SymesFacilitator for NMN
Business Engagement at the University of Nottingham
Tel: 0115 748 6717

Follow Nottinghamshire Manufacturing Network On Social Media

You can find us on Twitter, facebook and Linkedin.

Nottinghamshire Manufacturing Network HQ

University of Nottingham, Advanced Manufacturing Building, Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, NG7 2GX

Phone: +44 (0) 115 748 6717
Email: m.goldby@yahoo.com
Web: Nottinghamshire Manufacturing Network

Sponsored by: Nottinghamshire County Council.

Facilitated by: The University of Nottingham.