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- Sustainability
- Innovation
- Case study
17 July 2026
Building the future: How A&M EDM is positioning for defence and nuclear opportunities
The Supply Chain Transition Programme is providing targeted support to help firms pivot into new supply chains and seize emerging opportunities.
- Scaling up
- Case study
15 June 2026
Titanium Metals: investing in efficiency, safety and growth
Upgrades have reduced lead times, improved the working environment, and enabled the business to better utilise its existing premises as it plans for future growth.
- Export
- Case study
19 May 2026
Smethwick manufacturer accelerates international growth through export support
Passenger Lift Solutions has expanded into new international markets with support from the Export Support Programme. Tailored guidance on logistics, routes to market and international partnerships has helped the company secure new global opportunities and strengthen its export strategy.
- Export
- Case study
07 May 2026
4T2 Sensors: accelerating global growth through the Export Support Programme
By securing funding to exhibit at Drinktec in Munich, the world’s leading trade fair for the food and beverage industry, the company was able to showcase its patented sensing technology to a global audience.
- Case study
- Start-up
13 April 2026
Little Orchard Workshop: Carving a strong future thanks to start up support
Creative small business stepping up to the next level following free support.
- Sustainability
- Case study
18 February 2026
How a BEAS energy assessment helped Meridian Steel
A Dudley-based steel processing company is investing in energy‑saving upgrades as it prepares for the impact of new carbon regulations.
- Sustainability
- Case study
22 January 2026
More than just an energy assessment, how BEAS helped Newby Group
Newby Group, a leading group of UK-based casting companies serving marine, joined BEAS to strengthen its commitment to energy efficiency as part of a wider strategy to control costs and reduce consumption over the coming years.
- Employer resources
- Case study
20 January 2026
How West Midlands entrepreneurs are leading the way in upskilling the workforce of the future
Technological advancement, particularly in artificial intelligence and automation, is reshaping how businesses operate and what skills employees need to thrive.