Manufacturing Today Issue - 222 March 2024 | Page 212

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“ It really is a huge vote of confidence in the UK and our new location in the Northeast is a huge driver for major industrial investment and opportunities to help shape , create , and contribute to innovative automation solutions for several industries , including automotive , food and beverage , logistics , packaging , and manufacturing .
“ As a business , being close to customers is extremely important to us and this move binds perfectly with that , putting us right at the heart of one of the UK ’ s largest manufacturing clusters and some of the biggest names in EV development and production . We also have plans to continue
growing our headcount over the course of the next year , and the move will give us the space required to enable that , as well as ensuring we can tap into the region ’ s rich talent pool of skilled workers .”
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As David alluded to , the expansive , £ 60 million business park , which is being funded by the central UK Government and other organizations , will eventually deliver 620,000 square feet of prime industrial space across
11 commercial buildings . It will enable the organization to strengthen its UK division through additional capabilities and resources .
With sustainability in mind , David also said : “ Globally , we ’ re committed to becoming a more sustainable business and futureproofing our operations . The move to Hillthorn Park is a perfect example of that ; as a newly built facility , it is far more environmentally friendly than our previous sites . It marks the next step not only in the Northeast , but the UK as a whole , and we can ’ t wait to move in – it ’ s a very exciting time for us all .”
On a global scale , the business will continue to thrive as the industry finds more new and innovative products and processes that challenge traditional practices , especially with AI , automation , and Industry 4.0 dominating conversations across the globe . With continuous investment and innovation , Yaskawa is sure to experience sustained success in all markets as it moves ever closer to achieving its mission to help companies on their automation journey through best-inclass products and system solutions . ■
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