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Tomorrow. Done Better. The AMRC is a partner in the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, backed by the Technology Strategy Board.

The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) is dedicated to working with manufacturing businesses, from global aerospace giants to local SMEs. We work with around 90 member companies which pay an annual membership fee to access our resources and expertise, and which help determine our research programme. Research projects fall into three categories:
Generic research carried out on behalf of the AMRC partnership, with results distributed to all partners. Generic projects are agreed by the board of members, and results are shared between all members. Specific research for individual partners. The partner invests directly in the research and has exclusive access to any resulting intellectual property. Innovative projects carried out on behalf of the partnership, with results presented to all partners. These projects are usually funded by EPSRC, the European Framework Programme, or other external body, and may involve collaboration with external research and industrial partners. The AMRC now employs around 600 highly qualified researchers and engineers from around the globe, in a purpose-built centre on the Advanced Manufacturing Park in South Yorkshire. The AMRC group also includes our sister centre, the Nuclear AMRC; the AMRC Training Centre; and shared resources such as the Knowledge Transfer Centre. We are supported by the European Regional Development Fund. See Sheffield University Manufacturing Research on YouTube for more videos about the AMRC and other Sheffield centres.

15/10/2026

From inspecting Formula 1 cars with Rebecca Wright, to producing a showstopper anniversary ganache with Dr Rahul Mandal. 🎂

We're celebrating 25 years of engineering excellence in a special e-supplement. 📰

The Yorkshire Post feature highlights the people behind the world-leading powerhouse of manufacturing innovation.

The copy features exclusive comments from South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard, Science Minister Chris McDonald MP, and Tom Riordan CBE from the Northern Growth Envoy.

'An example to all of us of what's possible when you get the right people, in the right place and just make it happen' - Tom Riordan CBE.

Read the full e-supplement online - link in the first comment below. ⬇️

Made here. Made better. Made for the future.

12/10/2026

Made here. Made better. Made for the future.

25 years ago, a bold idea took root right here in the industrial heartland of South Yorkshire.

What if we could bridge the gap between world-class research and the factory floor?

What started as a single vision in Rotherham has grown into a nation-spanning network of engineers, regional partners and local manufacturers working together to secure the future of UK industry.

Over the last quarter-century, we have turned theoretical research into real-world industrial impact, de-risking innovation, powering critical sectors and helping local businesses of all sizes scale with confidence.

Today, we are proud to launch our official 25th anniversary campaign, celebrating the incredible people, partnerships and game-changing breakthroughs that made this journey possible.

As we look back on 25 years with immense gratitude, our eyes remain firmly on the future, pioneering the technologies that will define manufacturing for the next 25 years and beyond.

Whether you worked on a project with us, visited one of our sites, or supported our team over the years, we’d love to hear from you.

What is your favourite AMRC memory?
Drop your story in the comments below and follow the link to explore more 👇

05/10/2026

25 years of innovation, community and manufacturing impact.

We’re putting the finishing touches on a special video celebrating 25 years of the AMRC. Ready to kick off a year of highlighting the people, the partnerships and the breakthrough projects that made it all possible.

Mark your calendars: the full video drops on October 12th 👀

We’d love to hear from you.

What’s your favourite memory, project, or milestone with the AMRC over the last 25 years?

Drop your story in the comments 👇

29/09/2026

Behind every great factory floor is a team working hard to keep energy bills down.

When Graham and the maintenance team at MGS Technical Plastics wanted to hunt down hidden energy waste, our AMRC North West engineers stepped in. Together, we installed low-cost, smart sensors across their shopfloor—with zero disruption to daily production. 🤝

Smart tech isn't just for massive corporations - small, simple data tweaks make a huge impact for SMEs🌍

👇 Read the full story https://www.amrc.co.uk/case-studies/transforming-manufacturing-facilities-into-data-driven-operations

25/09/2026

The story of how we became next-door neighbours with supercar icon, McLaren Automotive. 🏎️

In 2019, when McLaren set out to reshore production of its carbon fibre chassis, they partnered with the AMRC.

Our engineers worked closely with the automotive giant on key composite technologies, introducing a new manufacturing philosophy focused on efficiency and scale.

That homecoming created over 100 skilled local jobs, secured critical UK supply chains and unlocked cross-sector innovation.

Crucially, it provided the blueprint for McLaren’s first facility outside Woking: the McLaren Composites Technology Centre (MCTC) in Sheffield, right down the road from the AMRC.

Read the full case study https://www.amrc.co.uk/case-studies/reshoring-an-icon-how-mclaren-and-amrc-brought-chassis-production-to-its-uk-home

22/09/2026

Design engineer by day, goal scorer by night ⚽

When Alexander Hardwick isn't prototyping manufacturing solutions here at the AMRC, he's scoring goals for Sheffield FC, the world’s first football club.

Check out the BBC Sport feature highlighting his work on and off the pitch and tune in to his story on the Mud, Sweat and Cheers podcast on BBC Sounds.

📖 Read the article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c617j8rz8q4lo?
🎧 Listen to the podcast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0p6fs2v

21/09/2026

Behind every flip of a light switch is a bigger story.

Powering our communities with clean energy isn’t just about hitting net-zero targets - it’s about the people making it happen. It’s about creating skilled local jobs, supporting regional growth, and building a greener world we can all be proud of. 🌍

Our engineers, researchers and makers are turning game-changing energy concepts into real-world hardware.

That’s where our team comes in. We’re bridging the gap between cutting-edge lab research and the factory floor - making clean energy tech faster, safer and ready for everyday life.

The future of energy isn't years away - it’s being built right now.

https://www.amrc.co.uk/sectors/energy

26/08/2026

Behind every smart digital system is a team of engineers striving to make daily operations smoother, safer, and more intuitive for the people on the shopfloor.

Before a next-generation aircraft ever takes flight, thousands of components have to move seamlessly across the factory floor.

Working alongside Airbus s and University of Warwick (WMG) and our teams have helped bridge the gap between hands-on process knowledge and digital adoption.

By creating a library of modular, digital "build bricks," engineers can now test logistics scenarios virtually before moving a single physical component.

It’s proof that when we combine human expertise with smart digital tools, we empower our people to build a cleaner, more efficient future for aerospace.

Read the full case study https://bit.ly/3SfHwjo

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AMRC, Advanced Manufacturing Park, Wallis Way, Catcliffe
Rotherham
S605TZ

Website

http://www.amrc.co.uk/

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