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Mergon proudly celebrated its 45th anniversary on Monday, 1st June, with a special event in Castlepollard, bringing together employees, families, friends, and

CyTec UK Strengthens Hot Runner Offering Through New Heatlock Co. Partnership

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Dearing Plastics Expands Capacity and Capability Ahead of 40th Anniversary

June 8, 2026

Dearing Plastics is a leading plastics injection moulding specialist in Brough. Founded over 40 years ago, the business has grown from a

Built on Decades of Loyalty and Quality: Allthread Plastics Marks Its Golden Jubilee Year

June 5, 2026

Basildon-based plastic injection moulding and industrial fastener specialist Allthread Plastics is officially celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of engineering precision,

WITTMANN Launches Airmould Starter Package Plus with Integrated Pressure Generator

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🎂 Allthread’s Golden Jubilee: Basildon-based injection moulding specialist Allthread Plastics celebrates 50 years of operations with a private team milestone. The family-run manufacturer is expanding its bespoke tooling marketplace while embedding a circular, zero-waste recycling process for 2026.

🗳️ BPF Leadership: The British Plastics Federation confirms its council election results for the 2026–2027 term. Rehau’s Martin Hitchin is unanimously re-elected as President for a second year, while Leafield Environmental’s Managing Director, Philip Maddox, is appointed as Vice-President.

📜 Compliance Milestone: Ultrasonic cleaning specialists Sonic Solutions officially secure JOSCAR registration. The rigorous supply chain accreditation provides major aerospace and defence sector clients with top-tier supplier assurance and risk management validation.

📉 Workforce Insights: A sobering new review by former minister Alan Milburn warns of a shrinking job market for young people. With over one million UK young adults currently out of work or education, the report highlights a sharp decline in entry-level positions.

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