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Embracing outsourcing and strategic, transformative pathways

The strategic integration of outsourcing has become a pivotal lever for growth amongst machine builders and OEMs. PP C&A is at the forefront of this movement, leveraging the power of …

PP Plus launches to bridge the UK’s commercial valley of death

The best of manufacturing, business and academia have come together to bridge the £bn+ commercial valley of death in the UK.

Value engineering: A cornerstone of effective outsourcing

Demonstrating the ability to provide sought-after value throughout the design and engineering process is paramount in any strategic outsourcing partnership.

Designing for modular control & automation systems

Modular design in the context of electrical control & automation breaks down complex systems into modular components, with the ambition of improving manufacturing efficiency and facilitating easier assembly and maintenance.

Four awards for Tony Hague in recognition of over 20 years of leadership

At the Business Desk West Midlands Leadership Awards, CEO Tony Hague collected two awards, and the fourth individual accolade since collecting the EMA Industry Leader of the Year award in …

Inside Sustainability feature

The latest issue of Inside Sustainability includes an 8-page feature on PP Control & Automation (PP C&A), with CEO Tony Hague interviewed on the virtues of ESG.

PP C&A boss named CEO of the year

PP Control & Automation’s Tony Hague was named as CEO of the Year at the Business Desk West Midlands Awards last night.

Richard Spears on networking & collaboration: Protolabs InspirON Exchange Podcast

PP Control & Automation Marketing Manager, Richard Spears joins Brandauer CEO, Rowan Crozier MBE with InspirOn Exchange Podcast host Alex Edwards, to discuss the role of networking and collaboration in …

Leveraging outsourcing partnerships to accelerate portfolio growth: A strategic play for private equity firms

When it comes to applying close attention to growth, private equity firms continuously seek innovative strategies to maximise returns within their investment portfolios.

Innovation Britain on GB News

During February, GB News’ Britain’s Newsroom programme has been promoting success stories and opinions from the UK manufacturing community.

Investment in automation and people puts PP C&A on course for £40m sales

PP Control & Automation has set its sights on breaking the £40m sales revenue barrier in 2024 after having seen sales rise from £24m to £36m over the last twelve …

REWIND23: What a difference a year makes!

The REWIND23 campaign is our unique way of collecting the stories, themes, and moments that made our year.

Tony Hague’s Autumn Statement verdict

Tony Hague gives his verdict on chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement.

Shock of the New Collected Stories

Over 70 pages, collecting every story from the Shock of the New campaign. Includes bonus content and available for instant free download.

A blueprint for collaboration

What if by understanding what works across other regions, successful approaches can be combined to build a collaboration blueprint for UK manufacturers to call their own.