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MADE NE will offer two state of the art facilities, with industry representative equipment. Based in Sunderland, MADE NE is for the benefit of the NE's advanced manufacturing sector, particularly focused on electric vehicle and battery manufacturing.

About MADE NE

Powering the Future of North East Manufacturing

MADE NE is a £15m consortium project led by Nissan, providing world class training and industrial innovation facilities for the NE's advanced manufacturing sector.

Established as the first project of the region's £160 million Investment Zone, our open-access hub focuses squarely on electric vehicle and battery manufacturing. We are building a sustainable pipeline of talent—inspiring from primary school through to professional upskilling—and supporting targeted industrial projects to secure the region's future as a global leader in electrification.

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MADE NE

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For Industry

Access our open-access facilities, upskill your team, and collaborate on targeted industrial projects.

For Learners

Find your path from apprenticeships to professional training in advanced manufacturing and electrification.

For Education

Collaborate with us to tailor curriculum, access our facilities, and connect education with industry needs.

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Power Your Innovation Partner With Us

Access our state of the art facilities, co-develop projects and demonstrate them in our sandpit environment.

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