10 June 2024 Production Engineering Solutions pesmedia.com NEWS ANT Industries, a precision engineering firm headquartered in Atherstone, Warwickshire, is celebrating a year of unprecedented success and growth, announcing orders in excess of £30 million won over the next three years. Specialising in the manufacturing of components for aerospace and gas turbine engines, the company has emerged as a leading centre of excellence in the industry. With a robust balance sheet in 2023, the business has continued to establish itself as a key player in the aerospace engineering sector. Bolstered by multi-million pound orders, secured for 2025 and 2026, the company is poised for continued expansion and success in the years to come. ANT Industries has global reach, with 72% of its products exported to international markets. Leveraging its stateof-the-art CNC machine shop, the company manufactures a diverse range of engine rings, casings, and prismatic parts for renowned aerospace customers, including Eaton Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, and ITP. Managing director Shaun Rowley commented: “We are immensely proud of the strides we have made as a company. Our success is testament to the dedication and hard work of our talented team, as well as our unwavering commitment to excellence in everything we do.” Central to ANT Industries’ success is its investment in cutting-edge technology and machinery. Over the past 18 months, the company has invested in new large 5-axis machines, including a Haas UMC 1000SS and an ANCA FX5 linear grinder, with additional investments slated for arrival in Q2 2024 through The Engineering Technology Group. ANT Industries also prides itself on its commitment to nurturing talent and fostering diversity within its long serving workforce. The company has seen success in hiring both young engineers and attracting more women to consider a career in the manufacturing industry and the company is dedicated to creating an inclusive and empowering workplace culture. “We remain steadfast in our commitment to driving innovation, delivering exceptional quality, and exceeding the expectations of our customers,” Mr Rowley concluded. “With the continued dedication of our team and our unwavering focus on excellence, we are confident that ANT Industries will continue to thrive and lead the way in precision engineering for years to come.” Q ANT Industries www.antindustries.com UK manufacturing leader and industrialist Philippa Glover has been appointed an Honorary Senior Fellow of Industrial Automation and Innovation at the University of Liverpool’s Virtual Engineering Centre (VEC). Ms Glover is a passionate advocate for the sector with an extensive track record of collaborating with industrial communities to address pressing issues that will shape its future and deliver inclusive economic growth. She has held senior roles across both multinational and SME manufacturing businesses. The VEC is an independent centre for industrial innovation and digital transformation based at the University of Liverpool, working with businesses and government to deliver digital transformation, effective policy and structural programmes supporting economic development and an industryled high-growth innovation ecosystem. Ms Glover’s appointment is a recognition of her substantial and sustained contributions as she embodies the university values and VEC’s ambitions. As part of her role, she will help to inform the development, delivery and integration of new partnerships and activities focusing on promoting UK manufacturing and the value of reindustrialisation for inclusive prosperity and economic growth. In 2022 she joined Liverpool Mayor Steve Rotheram’s Innovation Board, with a vision to contribute to shaping the region’s future by championing innovation, driving growth, and positioning Liverpool City region as a hub for cuttingedge solutions with an aim for increasing R&D spending to 5% of GVA by 2030. “To be awarded such a prestigious title from the University of Liverpool feels a huge privilege,” Ms Glover commented. “Institutions such as the University of Liverpool help to inspire, innovate, and drive positive change across the region and beyond. As a local resident, I look forward to using this award to support the University, its students, and the wider community to continue to develop the work they do to support and inspire our community and work towards delivering inclusive economic growth.” Andrew Borland, chief innovation officer of VEC added: “Philippa is a committed and creative industrial leader with a commitment to Liverpool City region and the UK manufacturing sector. We look forward to working with her to help develop a new generation of industrial innovation programmes and foster the next generation of industrial leaders.” The VEC is part of the Horizons project set up by Liverpool’s three universities and funded by the UK Government to help SMEs across the city region prosper. Q Horizons https://lcrhorizons.co.uk Philippa Glover appointed Honorary Senior Fellow at VEC University of Liverpool Philippa Glover, Honorary Senior Fellow at VEC University of Liverpool (left) with Andrew Borland, chief innovation officer at VEC ANT Industries produces an extensive range of components and assemblies for aerospace and gas turbine engines Aerospace specialist records best ever growth ANT Industries’ managing director Shaun Rowley
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