Business Secretary Vince Cable said, “Here in the UK we are very good at invention, but we need to do more to innovate and turn our ideas into products and jobs. I don’t want the UK to miss out on any opportunities to create economic growth through manufacturing."
Claire Young, whose ward neighbours the new centre, also attended the ceremony. "Speaking to representatives of small and medium-sized businesses at the event, it was clear how important this facility will be to them. It makes new technologies available to them and brings together research and manufacturing to the benefit of both."
"There was some fascinating technology on display, from a machine that cuts a range of materials using a jet of water to accelerate abrasive particles to scanners for identifying flaws inside composites. I hope local businesses will be able to take advantage of these new opportunities."
