Breaking into a career in engineering can be difficult, despite the ongoing skills shortage and a record high in vacancies. That’s why apprenticeships offer such valuable opportunities for aspiring young engineers to gain a head start in the industry. Here, you can read our interview with Michael Whitehouse, a young engineer who recently completed his apprenticeship with us.

The logistics industry is facing greater pressure than ever before to reduce its environmental impact. With maritime, rail, air and road transportation responsible for eight per cent of all global emissions, there is growing pressure on logistics to move toward more sustainable modes of transport. Here, Roger Brereton, head of sales at commercial vehicle steering specialist Pailton Engineering, examines the electrification of the road transportation industry and the challenge of sustainable long distance haulage.

Midlands manufacturer strengthens sales team