Bradford Manufacturing Weeks

Bradford Manufacturing Weeks brings manufacturers, schools & young people together through tours, work experience, seminars, exhibitions and learning events held at manufacturer premises and key locations across the district.

This not-for-profit event relies on the generosity of key sponsors and supporters. Please join us, support us and help us to shape the future of Bradford’s manufacturing industry, and open the door of opportunity for our district’s young people.

Administered by Bradford Chamber of Commerce for the past seven years, Bradford Manufacturing Weeks has connected 17,500 students in the region to the manufacturing sector, helping to launch many a career in the sector.

Mark Cowgill, president of Bradford Chamber of Commerce, said: “Bradford has one of the finest manufacturing sectors in the country and Bradford Manufacturing Weeks has done so much good work in giving it new blood.

“Manufacturing can give you a well-paid, secure and incredibly interesting career that can take your work across the planet.

 

Sponsors for the 2024 initiative were Azets, Natwest, Solenis, West Yorkshire Combined Authority and University of Bradford.

Confirmed sponsors for the 2025 initiative include Natwest, Appris and Azets.

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 2025 programme, please contact bmw@wnychamber.co.uk for further information.

 

To register your interest in getting involved in this programme, please complete the appropriate form on our website (Manufacturer or Educator), making sure to specify where you would be able to assist or take part in activities.

We look forward to another successful programme of events in 2025!

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Why get involved?

Being a part of Bradford Manufacturing Weeks can have a positive effect on sustaining and developing the industry across our district. Offering to show students how you operate and the key roles within your organisation can provide valuable insight into the range of opportunities available in this sector. The Bradford Manufacturing Weeks project is intended to connect students with manufacturers, to not only foster a future workforce for the industry but also engage young minds with the diverse roles on offer.