Engineering & Manufacturing

The UK Engineering & Manufacturing sector continues to be one of the leading players on the world stage and one of the major employers in the UK.

In a reshaped world economy, as the country embarks on a strategy to enhance its competitive edge in global markets, there is a greater need than ever for businesses in the engineering and manufacturing sector to be focused on growth, internationalisation, innovation and increased productivity.

Our Engineering & Manufacturing team can help you tackle the challenges and identify the opportunities in today’s highly competitive business environment.

As a leading firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, with a growing client base, we work with over 415 clients in this sector. We have a comprehensive knowledge of the sector and work alongside our clients on a variety of different projects, including annual compliance, R&D, Customs Duties, Structuring and Succession Planning.

Our team is led by partners Paul Shields and Jim Lockhart but also includes tax and corporate finance specialists that work alongside Engineering and Manufacturing businesses and business owners throughout their life cycle.

This sector continues to evolve and develop despite what has been difficult trading conditions in recent years, whether it be increased energy costs, supply chain issues or labour shortages, Engineering and Manufacturing businesses continue to invest in new technologies, processes and their teams. This investment and the history of problem solving skills allow them to continue to grow, despite the challenges the economy throws their way.

Memberships 

We work closely with key Engineering and Manufacturing membership bodies to ensure we are constantly up to date with key developments in the sector and provide these networks with articles and webinars on a variety of topics.