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MANUFACTURING NORTHERN IRELAND: DELIVERING ACTION FOR INDUSTRY

Founded in the early 2000’s, Manufacturing NI an industry-led campaigning organisation which works directly with our members, workforce representatives, policymakers and regulators to challenge and encourage change in areas which impact on the cost of doing business.

Northern Ireland’s manufacturing legacy is world-renowned. Whether you produce whiskey or wind turbines, we’re here to support your growth by tackling rising costs, securing rates relief, influencing policy and unlocking funding for skills, innovation, and sustainability.

Manufacturing NI helps our members to thrive, innovate and compete through trusted advocacy, timely insights, valuable connections and hands-on support. We champion collaboration and leadership at every level, helping members to navigate change, embrace opportunity and drive long-term success.

Our Areas of Focus

Defending industrial derating for Northern Ireland manufacturers 

Tackling increasing business costs, energy issues and how network prices are applied

Driving policy, strategy and leadership that will develop a pipeline of skilled talent

Delivering industry wide and business specific support for evolving customs arrangements 

Working with government, education and industry to support digital transformation  

Working with government, education and industry to support industrial decarbonisation

Latest News

Sixmilecross Man Retires from Finlay After 45 Years

Sixmilecross Man Retires from Finlay After 45 Years

Local man David Lyons has retired from Finlay after a long-standing 45-year career, marking the end of an era for both the man and the brand he helped shape. David joined Finlay, the Omagh-based brand of mobile crushing, screening and conveying equipment, in August...

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Digital Skills Apprenticeship Cost and Benefit Analysis

Digital Skills Apprenticeship Cost and Benefit Analysis

Calling the Digital Sector of Northern Ireland, help us understand the real benefits of hiring apprentices. Following on from the Digital Skills Action Plan, you asked the Department for the Economy to find the true cost and benefits of hiring Digital Skills...

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