09.12.2025

2025 has been a year that tested the resilience and determination of UK manufacturing - and once again, our sector has delivered. Despite economic pressures and global uncertainty, manufacturers have continued to adapt, innovate and lead, creating high-quality jobs and driving de-carbonisation and growth.

At Make UK, we’ve been proud to stand alongside our members throughout this pivotal year. Together, we’ve secured meaningful progress on the issues that matter most: a stronger Industrial Strategy, better support for good jobs, faster digitalisation, and a clearer pathway to net zero.

What’s Inside This Year’s Report

Our 2025 Impact Report highlights the achievements we’ve delivered with and for our members, including:

  • Policy breakthroughs across skills, tax, energy, trade, regulation - plus, the Industrial Strategy
  • Influential research and reports driving real change
  • Make UK Defence and Electrify Industry milestones
  • Key events and networks bringing industry and government together
  • A forward look to 2026 and the opportunities ahead

Powered by Our Members

None of this progress would have been possible without our members. Your insight and involvement shape everything we do and ensure our voice remains strong where it matters.

As we enter our 130th year, we remain committed to championing UK manufacturing and building a more competitive, sustainable future for industry - together.

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