North West manufacturers upbeat as automotive and aerospace sectors ramp up production
2025-05-19 07:59:43

Manufacturers in the North West are more upbeat about their prospects in the second half of the year as the automotive and aerospace sectors continue to ramp up production.
The Q2 Manufacturing Outlook survey published by Make UK shows output and orders have picked up substantially compared to the first quarter and are set to strengthen in the next three months, in line with the national picture. The sector is set to outpace the UK economy as a whole in 2024.
The North West is set to see increased production in the automotive and aerospace sectors, while the pharmaceuticals sector also continues to perform well. Make UK said: “This better picture is translating into increased Next Page