14 Oct 2026 // ENGEL Growth, UK Forecast Upgrade, Sierra 57 Appointment, and €26m Manufacturing Fund
Jess Clarke- 1 minute read
In today’s brief:
📈 ENGEL Revenue Growth: The machinery manufacturer forecasts a 10% revenue increase to around €1.55 billion, with European investment improving but no broad injection moulding market recovery yet.
🇬🇧 UK Growth Forecast Upgrade: The IMF raises its 2026 UK growth forecast to 1.3%, while expecting higher energy prices and borrowing costs to slow growth next year.
👤 Sierra 57 Appointment: Ben Pickering joins as Polymer Consultant for Mould Training and Development, bringing more than 20 years of injection moulding and production experience.
🌱 €26m Manufacturing Sustainability Fund: The Shared Island Sustainability Challenge Fund opens for innovative industrial projects across Ireland and Northern Ireland, covering electrification, water efficiency, and resource efficiency.
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