Acres Engineering, a Derbyshire-based family manufacturing firm, won the Manufacturing Impact Award at the Make UK National Manufacturing Awards 2026. Judges highlighted the company's exceptional community engagement, work with children and adults, and its efforts to set industry benchmarks in culture, values, and positive influence beyond production. The award recognizes meaningful impact on people, skills, and the wider manufacturing community. Managing Director Luke Parker attributed the win to the team's culture and the support of clients and partners; the company has also recently contributed to HMS Victory preservation and parliamentary discussions on women in manufacturing.
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