Ed Budds

Ed Budds is an in-house writer for Manufacturing Outlook Magazine, where he is responsible for interviewing corporate executives and crafting original features for the magazine, corporate brochures, and the digital platform.
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SDC Trailers : Trailblazers in Trailers

SDC Trailers is Europe's leading manufacturer of bespoke semi-trailers. We learn more about the company’s seamless journey from humble beginnings to an industry-leading player with President, Paul Bratton.

Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association : Spotlight

Jamaica's manufacturing and exporting landscapes exhibit significant potential and, supported by recent positive trends, are poised to take center stage as a major driver of domestic growth.

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions : Ready for What’s Next

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions has expertly positioned itself at the futuristic forefront of aerospace and defense technology. We learn more with President of the company’s Unmanned Systems Division, Steve Fendley.

Lippert : Bettering Lives and Experiences

Lippert has become a household name of the North American manufacturing industry as well as a brand synonymous with safety and quality. We find out more with Group President, Ryan Smith.

Alspec : Cultivating a Legacy

Alspec shines as a leading light and market trendsetter in the design and distribution of innovative aluminium systems. We delve deeper into the company’s epic journey from modest inception and innovating with purpose, to becoming a titan of the industry across five decades.

QinetiQ Target Systems : Navigating a Complex Threat Environment

Protecting the national security interests of customers, QinetiQ Target Systems delivers industry-leading solutions designed and developed for threat replication, military operational training, and weapon system tests and evaluations.

ACTOM : High Voltage Ingenuity

ACTOM offers a winning and balanced combination of manufacturing, service, repairs, maintenance, projects, and distribution of electromechanical equipment through its 33 outlets across sub-Saharan Africa.

Mi Integration : Imagine, Innovate, and Integrate

Mi Integration is an innovative and efficient partner offering collaborative and integrated engineering services through a wide range of products, tooling, and polymer injection procedures, mainly for automotive sealing systems and multi-material products.

Workhorse : Growing the Stable

Through reliability, capability, and sustainability, Workhorse is creating game-changing electric vehicles, as well as adding to an array of electric solutions designed for people who love nothing more than getting things done.

Formex Industries : True to Form

Formex Industries, consisting of Formex Pressings and Formex Tubing, continues to flourish as a primary economic driving force in the South African automotive manufacturing industry. We find out more with CEO, Hennie Venter.