Cutting Edge Laser Joins Westminster Event as MD Named in The Great 100 2025

We had a fantastic day in Westminster last week with the Made in Group, joining manufacturers, industry leaders and policymakers for discussions focused on the future of British industry.

The day started at the House of Lords, with speeches and discussions highlighting the importance of coming together as a sector. Central to these conversations were the first insights from the Made in Group’s SME Industrial Strategy Survey, a major piece of work capturing the real priorities, pressures and ambitions of UK manufacturers.

Cutting Edge Laser was proud to be part of these discussions, contributing to a clear message: UK manufacturers are ambitious, actively investing, and calling for a stable, long-term industrial strategy to support future growth. The session highlighted the strength, resilience and forward-thinking mindset across the sector, as well as the importance of continued dialogue between industry and government.

Later, we joined the Parliamentary Reception and the official launch of The Great 100, a new initiative recognising business leaders, mentors and community champions who are ‘Backing Britain’ and helping British manufacturers grow and succeed. The Great 100 highlights individuals making a real difference – creating jobs, supporting local suppliers, driving innovation, promoting sustainability, and helping young people start careers in manufacturing.

The awards celebration took place at the Century Club in Soho, hosted by Lord Whitby, Chairman of Made in Group. At the reception, over 120 Made in Group members and supporters called on the government to support British manufacturers through fairer procurement policies and a national Buy British approach, giving domestic businesses meaningful opportunities to compete for public contracts.

We’re proud to share that our Managing Director, Andrew Millington, has been named among the first Great 100 class for 2025. Andrew was recognised in the Resilience Drivers category, which celebrates supply chain specialists and operations leaders strengthening the UK’s industrial backbone through smart, agile thinking. It’s a well-earned recognition and a great reflection of the work he does to support our customers and the wider manufacturing community.

Andrew commented, “It’s a real privilege to be included among so many outstanding individuals who are driving British manufacturing forward. Celebrating the talent, innovation and dedication across our sector is so important, and I’m proud to be part of it.”

It was a brilliant event and a proud moment for the team, celebrating the people and leadership shaping the future of British manufacturing.