T Levels combine technical education with real workplace experience, giving 16 to 19 year olds the opportunity to develop practical skills and explore potential careers. Find out how T Levels work, what an industry placement involves and how they can help prepare the next generation for careers in engineering and manufacturing.

David Brown reflects on his two year presidency of the BTMA, including industry engagement, skills development and charitable support, while continuing his international leadership as SID President and preparing for the 2027 SID Congress in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Kory has progressed from a Level 3 T Level in Engineering and industry placement at NEIDA to a Level 4 Quality Practitioner Apprenticeship. His placement introduced him to Quality, where he developed practical skills in measurement, inspection equipment and engineering drawings. Now part of the Quality team, Kory is building his technical knowledge, experience and confidence as he develops his engineering career.

NEIDA is exploring 3D printing as a complementary manufacturing technology, developing bespoke solutions for production and engineering requirements while supporting the development of new technical skills.

NEIDA has supported Mark in completing the S.A.L.T (Save a Life Today) Workshop, a knife crime awareness and emergency response training programme. The article also highlights the Daniel Baird Foundation, apprenticeships, STEM engagement and workplace wellbeing initiatives across UK engineering

Tom Farmiloe has successfully completed his Quality Pathway Apprenticeship at NEIDA, building on his prior engineering education. The program blended practical experience with off-the-job training, enhancing his technical skills and confidence through learning modern quality control methods and developing professional relationships.

During this year’s SID International Congress in Chicago, it was announced that David Brown, the current BTMA President and Director at NEIDA, will serve as the President of the Syndicat International du Décolletage (SID) from 2025 to 2027.

Congratulations to Amelia Reeves on completing her Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship at NEIDA. Amelia’s passion for learning and dedication to her role has helped her develop essential skills that have set her up for continued success within the company.

NEIDA and employees continue to participate in various charity projects and events, with significant activities planned for 2024.

Congratulations to Simon Fisher on his retirement after an impressive 50 years in the industry, with 19 of those years spent as the General Manager at Blue 62, Isle of Wight.

Congratulations to recently graduated Apprentice Declan Davies on securing full-time CNC Escomatic position at NEIDA.

Congratulations to Stuart Morris, retiring after over 60 years in industry.

From 5th – 11th February businesses across the UK come together for National Apprentice Week 2024.

NEIDA will support students at St Joseph’s College to design, build and race a Greenpower Electric Car.

Congratulations to our Managing Director, David Brown, recently appointed the new president of the British Turned Parts Manufacturing Association.

St Joseph’s College, sponsored by NEIDA, win an award at this year’s Young Engineer of the Year competition.

After completing an A-level in Engineering, Amelia Reeves has enrolled on a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration at NEIDA.

NEIDA are proud to continue its business partnership with the local Foodbank.

Congratulations to recently graduated Machining Apprentices Ethan Rotherham and Adam Thompson on securing full-time CNC sliding head setter positions at NEIDA.

NEIDA and Employees have participated in many charity projects and events throughout 2021.

Due to continuous growth, NEIDA has two additional CNC sliding head machines on order.

For the seventh consecutive year, NEIDA have once again sponsored St Joseph’s College in Trent Vale, Stoke-on-Trent for this years Young Engineer of the Year award.

After completing work experience in the Quality department at NEIDA, Tom Farmiloe, has enrolled on an EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering with a technical support technician pathway.

NEIDA are proud to sponsor Finance Manager Sharon Brown, running 2021 Potters ‘Arf for leading, independent mental health charity North Staffs Mind.

At NEIDA we are proud to be able to support both local families and charities through donations and fundraising.

NEIDA are proud to pledge a donation of £1,000 to support our local community.

Congratulations to recently graduated Business Administration Apprentice, Phoebe Bentley, in securing a full-time position within our busy commercial department at NEIDA.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change how the world is working, the manufacturing industry has seen a significant impact on how it operates. However, when asked to take part in VentilatorChallengeUK NEIDA were more than ready.

As the situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, we would like to confirm that our supply chain is currently unaffected and that both our offices and factory will remain operational during the second lockdown period.

For the sixth consecutive year, NEIDA have once again sponsored St Joseph’s College in Trent Vale, Stoke-on-Trent for this years Young Engineer of the Year award.

NEIDA continues sponsorship of local athlete.

St Joseph’s College, sponsored by NEIDA, win an award at this year’s Young Engineer of the Year competition.

Eight members of NEIDA staffs have raised a massive total of £574 for local charity, The Douglas MacMillan Hospice, by taking parts in the UK Corporate Games which this year was held in Stoke-on-Trent.