At the heart of the North East’s industrial landscape, EMN is the leading membership network dedicated to the growth and success of the engineering and manufacturing businesses across Durham, Teesside, Tyne & Wear, and Northumberland.

In an era defined by technological innovation and Industry 4.0, the engineering and manufacturing industries remain the cornerstones of regional progress. The Engineering & Manufacturing Network (EMN) provides a powerful collective voice, connecting start-up SMEs to global multi-nationals to foster a thriving, resilient ecosystem.

Why Join Our Manufacturing Community?

EMN is more than a directory; we are a strategic partner helping businesses navigate supply chain complexities, adopt advanced manufacturing technologies, and develop a highly skilled workforce. Whether you are focused on hydrogen energy, rail and automotive supply chains, or offshore engineering, we provide the platform to accelerate your success.

Supply Chain Resilience:

We help large-scale companies strengthen their local North East supply chains while providing smaller businesses with the visibility they need to win new contracts.

A Network of Excellence:

Join a community of like-minded innovators dedicated to improving working practices and driving industrial productivity across the North of England.