North West most optimistic for manufacturing growth, says Lancashire report
MHA said 90% of 141 North West executives expect growth above 3%, as firms keep investing in AI, technology and R&D.
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North West most optimistic for manufacturing growth, says Lancashire report
North West manufacturers are more confident about the year ahead than they were 12 months ago, with new research from Lancashire accountancy and advisory firm MHA pointing to a sector that is continuing to invest despite rising operational pressures and an ongoing backdrop of global macro-economic uncertainty.
MHA 2026 Manufacturing Report | Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce
We’re pleased to share the MHA 2026 Manufacturing & Engineering Report, offering fresh insight into the outlook, challenges and opportunities facing manufacturers across the UK and Ireland. Based on the views of over 1,000 industry leaders, the report highlights a sector that remains resilient and growth-focused, while navigating ongoing pressures including supply chains, energy costs and skills shortages. Read the full report here: MHA | MHA Ma…
Scottish manufacturers confident of growth despite market challenges, MHA survey finds
Scottish manufacturers are more confident about the year ahead than they were 12 months ago, with new research from MHA pointing to a sector that is continuing to invest despite rising operational pressures and an ongoing backdrop of global macro-economic uncertainty. The 2026 MHA Manufacturing & Engineering Report shows that 85% senior executives surveyed in Scotland expect growth above 3% in the next 12 months, up from 75% in 2025 – despite ci…
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