27 Oct 2026 // ARBURG’s EcoVadis Gold, LATI Metal Replacement, Lotus at 60, and Budget Priorities
Jess Clarke- 1 minute read
In today’s brief:
🌱 ARBURG’s Fourth EcoVadis Gold: The machinery manufacturer scores 84 out of 100, with recognition spanning environmental performance, procurement, ethics, and labour and human rights.
⚙️ LATI Metal Replacement: LATI explores how self-lubricating plastics can reduce component weight, machining, assembly, and maintenance through application-specific redesign.
🏭 Lotus Celebrates 60 Years at Hethel: Around 1,600 visitors attend the Norfolk manufacturing site’s anniversary event, showcasing its production and engineering capabilities while supporting a local hospice charity.
📋 Manufacturers’ Budget Priorities: Smaller businesses call for action on employment costs, transport expenses, and trading complexity to help protect margins and support reinvestment.
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