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Aerospace 

The North West is the largest single centre of aerospace manufacturing in the UK, and a leading centre of aerospace excellence in Europe.

The industry's regional heartland, Lancashire, is the UK's largest centre of aerospace manufacturing and production, employing more skilled people and generating greater overseas income than in any other region.

The industry is a key priority for the economy of the North West and this section highlights the wealth of information and support available to help businesses develop and grow.

Business Link Northwest is your free to use, independent business support and information service. Our team of specialist advisers have in-depth understanding and know-how of the aerospace industry and offer free, tailored one-to-one support for your business. Call us now on 0845 00 66 888 or use our contact us form to find out what we can do for you!

Spotlight on sector awards
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The Future Manufacturing awards are open for nominations.

The categories include:

  • enterprise awards
  • innovation awards
  • environmental awards
  • apprentices awards

Find out more about the Future Manufacturing awards and how to nominate from EEF the manufacturer's organisation website (registration required).

Deadline for nominations 31 July 2010.

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Produced by the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) in partnership with businesses, trade bodies and universities, the manufacturing strategy and action plan for the North West provides a framework for the development of manufacturing in the region; find out more!

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Find out more about the Aerospace & Defence Knowledge Transfer Network. It is an overarching network spanning government, industry and academics with the principal aim of promoting and enabling innovation in the UK.

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Explore new ways to find more customers, both internationally and in the UK.

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Train to Gain
Improve your productivity and competitiveness by ensuring your staff have got the right skills to do the job.

Leadership and Management
Take up this innovative programme to equip yourself with the skills to become a better leader.

Apprenticeships
Find out how apprenticeships can make your business more effective, productive and competitive.

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Grow your business
Access free, impartial advice and support to develop and implement your plan for growth.

Aerospace supply chain excellence programme
Access this programme to receive expert training and coaching to help achieve business growth.

Northwest Aerospace Alliance
Visit the Northwest Aerospace Alliance website to find out about the cluster support for the North West of England's aerospace sector.

Manufacturing Advisory Service North West (MAS)
Visit the MAS North West website to find out about business improvement techniques for manufacturing in the aerospace sector.

Support for exporters
Contact UK Trade and Investment in the North West on 0845 603 7053 and ask to speak to the aerospace sector specialist for tailored international trade support.

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Find free guidance for engineering businesses on the Health and Safety Executive website. Guidance for manufacturers is also available.