Made in Britain launches new UnPacked series, showcasing the innovators shaping UK manufacturing

Made in Britain’s hit interview series UnPacked, a spotlight segment dedicated to some of the most innovative British manufacturers in the country, is back with the launch of its eagerly anticipated second series.

UnPacked, an interview series by not-for-profit trade organisation Made in Britain, is an opportunity for Made in Britain’s 2,200 members to share their stories of success within the British manufacturing industry. Each episode is dedicated to a specific company or business, shining a light on their approach to management, leadership and sustainability within manufacturing, covering a wide and diverse range of sectors.

"Supporting British manufacturers and wider industry is the core ethos of Made in Britain, and the UnPacked series enables us to shine a spotlight on the innovative minds within our member base of 2,200 that are making a real difference; not just for their own business, but for the entire industry," said John Pearce, Made in Britain CEO. 

"Each and every one of the businesses that are Made in Britain members has unique stories to tell, and we want to bring those to life and put their hard work into the limelight for all to see. UnPacked is about more than just the tales of success; it serves as an opportunity to learn tricks of the trade, to discover different leadership styles and identify new ways to strengthen the economy and make a positive difference to the world.

"Our dream for UnPacked is for it to inspire others to pursue their career aspirations, and to motivate business leaders to continuously strive for more."

It is hosted by broadcaster, journalist and interviewer Matthew Stadlen, and delves deeper into the processes behind how some of Britain’s essential and unique products are manufactured, right here in the United Kingdom.

The first episode arrives on the Made in Britain website on Friday 5th September, delving into the practices of the British-made soft-faced hammer manufacturer Thor Hammer, with many more interviews being released on a weekly basis.

"Presenting the Made In Britain UnPacked series hasn't just been a massive eye-opener for me, it's been a privilege. My wife will tell you that I'm not the most practical person, so listening to the stories of British manufacturers and experiencing the commitment and passion they bring to their work, has been inspiring," stated Matthew Stadlen, the presenter of Made in Britain’s UnPacked series.

"From the guy who invented on-street bike storage units, to the woman driving forward multi-pack car seats for children, I've come face to face with the innovators and entrepreneurs who are transforming British manufacturing."

The success of the first collection of UnPacked episodes, which featured interview pieces with the likes of Mark Morris from Thomas Dudley, Shalom Lloyd MBE from Naturally Tiwa and Stu Warmington from the British Drum Company, has seen the weekly episodic series return for a second season of inspiring stories from dynamic business leaders. 

The launch also coincides with Made in Britain’s new Environmental and Social Value certification, which allows members to promote their positive impacts and practically demonstrate their social value, positioning themselves to win more contracts for their business.