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Companies involved in the manufacture of machinery, hand‑held tools and industrial products. The sector also includes aerospace and defence contractors and firms providing transportation services. UK‑listed companies in this sector include Rolls‑Royce Holdings plc, BAE Systems plc, GKN plc, Smiths Group plc, Weir Group plc and FirstGroup plc.

Norcros Plc

Design precision defining the modern bathroom

The latest Arysto X finishes from MERLYN redefine modern bathroom design through precision, versatility, and timeless appeal,...
Smiths Group plc

Smiths Group to sell Smiths Interconnect to Molex for £1.3 billion

Smiths Group plc has agreed to sell Smiths Interconnect to Molex Electronic Technologies Holdings, LLC, a Koch company, for an enterprise value of £1.3 billion, equivalent to 15.1 times FY2025 EBITDA...

Flooring decisions that define value chains

From solid wood to vinyl and carpet, Likewise’s strength lies in turning product variety into steady, scalable trade across the full flooring spectrum...

Why World Mental Health Day still matters

On World Mental Health Day, many were reminded just how much their minds had been carrying, even small changes in habits, boundaries, and rest had helped ease the weight...
Travis Perkins

Travis Perkins Plc returns to growth as merchanting sales improve in Q3

Travis Perkins reported a 1.8% like-for-like sales increase in the third quarter of 2025, supported by stronger performance in its Merchanting segment and steady trading at Toolstation...
Norcros plc

Norcros delivers strong first-half performance ahead of interim results

Norcros expects to report first-half revenue of approximately £184 million for the 27 weeks to 5 October 2025, up 1% on a like-for-like constant currency basis...
STRIX GROUP PLC

The workplace upgrade redefining office standards

Billi’s sparkling water systems reflect a new standard in workplace design, where efficiency, sustainability, and comfort quietly work together...
Ilika Plc

New pathways emerging in the powering of miniature medical devices

Ilika’s solid state batteries are redefining how miniature medical devices are powered, using ultrasound to recharge safely and rapidly within the body...
Norcros Plc

Norcros plc completes earnings-enhancing Fibo acquisition, Equity Development

Equity Development’s analysis frames the Fibo acquisition as a pragmatic step that strengthens Norcros’ market position in a growth category while adding geographic reach and operational capability...
Tekmar Group plc

Tekmar secures German offshore breakthrough

Tekmar has signed an exclusive framework with Jan De Nul to supply its latest subsea protection systems for Germany’s 2 GW offshore wind grid rollout...
Norcros

Norcros secures new ground in Europe with Fibo acquisition approval

Norcros has completed its £46 million acquisition of Norwegian wall panel specialist Fibo, marking a strategic expansion into Europe’s high-growth interiors market...
PageGroup plc

PageGroup reports 6.7% Q3 profit decline amid challenging European markets

PageGroup plc recorded a 6.7% year-on-year decline in group gross profit to £187.8 million for Q3 2025, reflecting continued uncertainty and weak hiring activity in Europe and the UK. T..
Hercules Site Services

Hercules acquires 70% Stake in Lyons Power Services

Hercules has acquired a 70% shareholding in Lyons Power Services Ltd, a Warrington-based provider of power and energy infrastructure services, for £702,800, split equally between cash and shares...
Surface-Transforms

Carbon Ceramic Brakes Move From Track to Mainstream

Carbon ceramic brake discs are moving from luxury to necessity, reshaping braking performance, longevity, and efficiency across the global automotive landscape...
Morgan Advanced Materials

Morgan Advanced Materials sees modest Q3 growth amid ongoing market weakness

Morgan Advanced Materials reported year-to-date sales down 3.6% on an organic constant currency basis, with Q3 revenue up 1.6% year on year, indicating stabilisation in some end markets...
Yougov Plc

YouGov reports 16% revenue growth and higher margins in FY25 results

YouGov has reported a 16% rise in revenue to £388.9 million for the year ended 31 July 2025, driven by strong performance across its data products and research divisions. Adjusted operating profit increased 22% to £60.7 million, with margins improving to 16%...
Norcros Fibo

Norcros completes acquisition of Norwegian wall panel specialist Fibo

Norcros plc has received unconditional clearance from the UK Competition and Markets Authority for its £46 million acquisition of Fibo Holding AS, a leading supplier of waterproof decorative wall panels...
Avation plc

Avation secures eight-year lease for ATR 72-600 with European ACMI provider

Avation has signed an eight-year lease agreement with a European ACMI provider for an eight-year-old ATR 72-600 aircraft, set to transition in February 2026...
Hays Plc

Hays Q1 2026: Net fees down 8%, productivity gains support outlook

Hays plc reported an 8% year-on-year decline in group net fees for Q1 FY26, with Temp & Contracting down 5% and Permanent placements down 13%...

Positioning for scale in flooring distribution

The UK flooring market is shifting toward national scale and service-led distribution, with companies like Likewise Group positioned to meet rising demand from independent retailers and contractors...
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Norcros Plc

Design precision defining the modern bathroom

The latest Arysto X finishes from MERLYN redefine modern bathroom design through precision, versatility, and timeless appeal,...
Smiths Group plc

Smiths Group to sell Smiths Interconnect to Molex for £1.3 billion

Smiths Group plc has agreed to sell Smiths Interconnect to Molex Electronic Technologies Holdings, LLC, a Koch company, for an enterprise value of £1.3 billion, equivalent to 15.1 times FY2025 EBITDA...

Flooring decisions that define value chains

From solid wood to vinyl and carpet, Likewise’s strength lies in turning product variety into steady, scalable trade across the full flooring spectrum...

Why World Mental Health Day still matters

On World Mental Health Day, many were reminded just how much their minds had been carrying, even small changes in habits, boundaries, and rest had helped ease the weight...
Travis Perkins

Travis Perkins Plc returns to growth as merchanting sales improve in Q3

Travis Perkins reported a 1.8% like-for-like sales increase in the third quarter of 2025, supported by stronger performance in its Merchanting segment and steady trading at Toolstation...
Norcros plc

Norcros delivers strong first-half performance ahead of interim results

Norcros expects to report first-half revenue of approximately £184 million for the 27 weeks to 5 October 2025, up 1% on a like-for-like constant currency basis...
STRIX GROUP PLC

The workplace upgrade redefining office standards

Billi’s sparkling water systems reflect a new standard in workplace design, where efficiency, sustainability, and comfort quietly work together...
Ilika Plc

New pathways emerging in the powering of miniature medical devices

Ilika’s solid state batteries are redefining how miniature medical devices are powered, using ultrasound to recharge safely and rapidly within the body...
Norcros Plc

Norcros plc completes earnings-enhancing Fibo acquisition, Equity Development

Equity Development’s analysis frames the Fibo acquisition as a pragmatic step that strengthens Norcros’ market position in a growth category while adding geographic reach and operational capability...
Tekmar Group plc

Tekmar secures German offshore breakthrough

Tekmar has signed an exclusive framework with Jan De Nul to supply its latest subsea protection systems for Germany’s 2 GW offshore wind grid rollout...
Norcros

Norcros secures new ground in Europe with Fibo acquisition approval

Norcros has completed its £46 million acquisition of Norwegian wall panel specialist Fibo, marking a strategic expansion into Europe’s high-growth interiors market...
PageGroup plc

PageGroup reports 6.7% Q3 profit decline amid challenging European markets

PageGroup plc recorded a 6.7% year-on-year decline in group gross profit to £187.8 million for Q3 2025, reflecting continued uncertainty and weak hiring activity in Europe and the UK. T..
Hercules Site Services

Hercules acquires 70% Stake in Lyons Power Services

Hercules has acquired a 70% shareholding in Lyons Power Services Ltd, a Warrington-based provider of power and energy infrastructure services, for £702,800, split equally between cash and shares...
Surface-Transforms

Carbon Ceramic Brakes Move From Track to Mainstream

Carbon ceramic brake discs are moving from luxury to necessity, reshaping braking performance, longevity, and efficiency across the global automotive landscape...
Morgan Advanced Materials

Morgan Advanced Materials sees modest Q3 growth amid ongoing market weakness

Morgan Advanced Materials reported year-to-date sales down 3.6% on an organic constant currency basis, with Q3 revenue up 1.6% year on year, indicating stabilisation in some end markets...
Yougov Plc

YouGov reports 16% revenue growth and higher margins in FY25 results

YouGov has reported a 16% rise in revenue to £388.9 million for the year ended 31 July 2025, driven by strong performance across its data products and research divisions. Adjusted operating profit increased 22% to £60.7 million, with margins improving to 16%...
Norcros Fibo

Norcros completes acquisition of Norwegian wall panel specialist Fibo

Norcros plc has received unconditional clearance from the UK Competition and Markets Authority for its £46 million acquisition of Fibo Holding AS, a leading supplier of waterproof decorative wall panels...
Avation plc

Avation secures eight-year lease for ATR 72-600 with European ACMI provider

Avation has signed an eight-year lease agreement with a European ACMI provider for an eight-year-old ATR 72-600 aircraft, set to transition in February 2026...
Hays Plc

Hays Q1 2026: Net fees down 8%, productivity gains support outlook

Hays plc reported an 8% year-on-year decline in group net fees for Q1 FY26, with Temp & Contracting down 5% and Permanent placements down 13%...

Positioning for scale in flooring distribution

The UK flooring market is shifting toward national scale and service-led distribution, with companies like Likewise Group positioned to meet rising demand from independent retailers and contractors...
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