As part of our commitment to supporting UK manufacturers, Made in Britain is collaborating with National Highways, one of the UK’s largest public sector buyers, with an annual spend of £5.13 billion in 2024–25. National Highways has a strong commitment to engaging with SMEs, and we are working together to ensure more UK manufacturers have the opportunity to connect with their procurement needs.
Made in Britain also plans to host an online session with National Highways exclusively for MiB members in early 2026. This will give the growing 2,200+ members the chance to hear directly from the National Highways team about supply chain opportunities and how best to engage. Members interested in attending can contact trade@madeinbritain.org now to register their interest.
Before then, we encourage Made in Britain companies to take part in the next National Highways Meet the Buyer event, taking place in September:
Date: 24 September 2025, 10am–2pm
Location: Crown Plaza Plymouth, Armada Way, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 2HJ
This event will give UK SMEs the chance to:
- Hear a keynote from Paul Rodgers, Department for Transport Group Commercial Director and Government Commercial Function Leadership Group SME sponsor.
- Network with senior representatives from the Department for Transport, HS2 Ltd, Network Rail, National Highways and more.
- Learn from key suppliers about how to become a subcontractor in the supply chain.
- Meet with the Crown Commercial Service to understand SME friendly frameworks and how to enrol.
To register, please complete this short form.
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Made in Britain is pleased to supporting National Highways' mission to open up supply chain opportunities to more SMEs and UK manufacturers.
We look forward to sharing further updates about the online session and any opportunities that become available.
Through Made in Britain’s guidance and the Environmental & Social Value (ESV) Certification, companies can strengthen their alignment with the priorities of both public and private sector buyers, positioning themselves as leaders in responsible, impactful production.
To make contact with Made in Britain and find out more about supplying and selling to major UK buyers in public and private sectors, please email trade@madeinbritain.org.
By Made in Britain 1 day ago | Government & Supply Chains