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Manufacturing
Ashleigh Dorrington-Harvey
National Sector Head, Manufacturing & Construction at NatWest Group
British manufacturers are the lifeblood of our economy and at Ulster Bank we’re committed to helping our manufacturing customers navigate the challenges and embrace the opportunities presented by an evolving and changing sector.
We know that manufacturing businesses require a bank that understands industry dynamics and through our sector insight, specialist trained staff and vast network of strategic partners we can support you with tailored solutions to help you thrive and achieve your ambitions.
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Future of Manufacturing
We partnered with The Guardian highlighting the significance of the manufacturing sector to the UK economy, looking at key strategies for future success:
- Process automation
- Digital transformation
- Sustainable growth
- Workforce agility
- Supply chain resilience
A blueprint for long-term growth
Drawing on research with over 1,000 senior business executives, we've identified the behaviours and strategies that enable companies to grow more rapidly and demonstrate greater resilience compared to their peers.
Manufacturing Capabilities
We’ve created a short video to show how we support businesses across the manufacturing sector.
Explore solutions and expertise available to help your business:
- Improve efficiency
- Embrace digital transformation
- Strengthen supply chain resilience. Watch to learn more about how these themes can support your business goals.
What could we do for you
At Ulster Bank we are committed to helping businesses across the manufacturing sector to transition to net zero through financing and practical support.
Whether that’s via financing of alternative renewable energy solutions like heat pumps or solar panels, or providing businesses with the tools to help measure their carbon footprint, we have a suite of financing products, skills and expertise across the bank and in our regional teams to help accelerate decarbonisation across your industry.
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Ulster Bank Business Banking is available to eligible customers, over 18 who have the right to be self-employed in the UK.
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Growth Tracker
Download the latest quarterly report, designed to monitor business performance at UK small and medium-sized enterprises.
The data are compiled from companies that participate in S&P Global's UK services and manufacturing PMI surveys.
Fund essential purchases with asset finance from Lombard
Asset finance could allow you to purchase vehicles and equipment for your business by spreading the cost over a fixed term.
Security, guarantees or indemnities may be required. Product fees may apply. Finance subject to status and is only available for business purposes except where specifically indicated to the contrary. Any property or asset used as security may be repossessed or forfeited if you do not keep up repayments on any debt secured on it.
Solutions to suit your international banking needs
Thanks to our expertise in global trade finance, we could help you by improving your companies cashflow, and gaining control over your imports and exports.
Free up cash from unpaid invoices
Invoice finance is a way for your manufacturing business to gain quick access to funds by raising them from your existing unpaid invoices. Eligibility applies. Fees may apply.
Fixed and variable rate loans to suit your needs
Whether you want access to a small business loan to buy stock or a larger loan to expand your assets, there are a variety of fixed and variable options to suit your needs. Eligibility, terms and conditions apply.
Helping you operate sustainably
Building a sustainable business can start with small changes, that can build to more ambitious plans.
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Eligibility criteria apply, and security may be required. Fees (other than arrangement fees) may apply. Over 18s only. Subject to status, eligibility and approval. Business use only. Any property or asset used as security may be repossessed or forfeited if you do not keep up repayments on any debt secured on it. Terms apply.
Green initiatives in business
Adopting green practices is crucial in tackling climate change, could also help your business be more efficient, and gain positive recognition from customers and investors.
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Investing in energy-efficient solutions for your business
We have ways you could finance your energy efficiency project. So why not keep cash in your business and finance your energy efficient project with us?
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Listen to our climate podcasts
Join Ade Adepitan as he talks to businesses about how they took their first steps on a greener journey and what they learned along the way.
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Protect your business
When you’ve built something up, you want to look after it the best you can – protecting it against various risks and challenges you may face. Gallagher, our business insurance broker, have a range of options to choose that could protect your business and your staff, including public and employers’ liability to professional indemnity and more.
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Corporate and Commercial Banking
Our Corporate and Commercial teams support businesses that require borrowing of more than £750,000 and/or have business turnover of more than £6.5m.
Corporate and Commercial banking
Business Banking
For business finance between £100,000 and £750,000, or for businesses with a turnover up to £6.5m, please contact our business banking team.