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stabilize their supply of key materials, there is an opportunity for the UK to do the same
As the UK transitions to cleaner, more environmentally friendly energy sources, manufacturers are trying to keep pace. While the transition to Net Zero remains a strategic priority for many manufacturers, cost remains a significant obstacle. Thirtynine percent of respondents to our latest report identify the high cost of green technologies as their biggest challenge in reducing carbon emissions.
While clean energy can initially be more expensive for businesses, there are other long‐term benefits – including increased investment opportunities from customers focused on their own emissions, and greater operational flexibility in areas with local restrictions – that can make these energy sources attractive for businesses.
Are there any other areas that you consider important for the sector and that you’ d like to include? As part of the NATO agreement in December 2025, the UK Government has committed to increase defense and security related spending to five percent of GDP by 2035. This creates growth opportunities for manufacturers. To position themselves effectively, businesses should invest in innovation and ensure they can meet the evolving needs of the defense supply chain. Achieving a supply chain that is robust, resilient and agile will also require precise, sustained government intervention.
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