Bradford Manufacturing Weeks 2024 – Official Launch

Bradford Manufacturing Weeks has welcomed its official launch with a massively expanded programme of events and a clear plan to bring young people and manufacturers together.   

Run by West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce and SkillsHouse, Bradford Manufacturing Weeks brings manufacturers, schools and young people together through tours, work experience, seminars, exhibitions and learning events held at manufacturer premises and key locations across the district. 

The programme is launched in the same week as National Manufacturing Day and, this year, the timetable of events will be massively expanded, beginning in October and running through to March 2025. Sponsorship for this year’s events comes from Azets, NatWest, Solenis and the University of Bradford.  

The Chamber is now calling for Bradford-based manufacturers to get involved in this year’s programme. 

Any firm who could offer a factory tour, join us for a panel discussion or host mock interviews is encouraged to contact the Chamber.  

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.”  

A spokesperson added: “Since its inception in 2018 Bradford Manufacturing Weeks has gained real traction and is now very much an important part of the school year for many. 

“Your involvement secures a strong relationship between the manufacturing industry and the future workforce coming through the education system. By offering your support, you can help guide students into a specific line of work, educating them on the various career path options available and the skills required to do certain jobs within the industry. Who better to provide information and create discussions with the next generation!  

“Administered by Bradford Chamber of Commerce and the Bradford & Airedale Manufacturing Alliance for the past six years, Bradford Manufacturing Weeks has connected 15,000 students in the region to the manufacturing sector, helping to launch many a career in the sector. 

“Now is a great time to showcase the outstanding manufacturing companies we have in the region.” 

For more information on Bradford Manufacturing Weeks and to find out how to get involved visit: Bradford Manufacturing Weeks – West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce (wnychamber.co.uk)