BANKING & FUNDING
At NatWest, we work closely with more than 50,000 businesses and customers in UK manufacturing, from corporates and PLCs to sole traders and the SMEs, which are the engine of the UK’s manufacturing base.
Our regional relationship managers, sector specialists and enterprise teams are embedded in local economies across the country. This localised approach ensures we understand the specific challenges and opportunities facing manufacturing businesses, from engineering hubs in the Midlands to advanced materials innovators in the Northeast.
We help engineering and manufacturing SMEs who are planning investment or growth, reviewing funding options, seeking practical support with day-to-day business challenges, exploring more sustainable technologies, or looking for sector insight and connections.
NatWest works with UK manufacturing and engineering businesses at every stage of the business lifecycle, including start-ups, sole traders, SMEs, larger corporates and businesses throughout manufacturing supply chains. Eligibility criteria may apply to products and services.
HOW CAN WE HELP?
Funding growth and investment
Business resilience for SMEs
Sustainable Investment
Skills, networks, expert support
SUSTAINABILITY
A curated section of sustainability resources from our
trusted partner, NatWest Business Banking
TOOL
SUSTAINABILITY PLANNER
Not sure where you should focus your climate efforts in your business? Use the NatWest free Sustainability Planner tool and measure your carbon footprint, identify potential cost and carbon savings,. You will also receive a tailored plan so you could start reducing your emissions.
PRACTICAL GUIDE
LEARN ABOUT RETROFITTING
Retrofitting could help you save on costs and potentially reduce the risk of your buildings depreciating in value as a result of climate risks and regulations. Try out
the free retrofit learning programme from the Supply Chain Sustainability School (sponsored by NatWest Group).
RESOURCES
SUSTAINABILITY SOLUTIONS
Moving to more sustainable technologies is a priority for many UK businesses. The Sustainability Solutions platform from NatWest brings together the products and partners that support sustainable transitions for buildings and vehicles, and bring you actionable insights.
RESOURCES
FUND SUSTAINABLE ASSETS
Our asset financing business Lombard, supports the transition to a low carbon economy through funding Climate and Sustainable Assets. This could enable you to invest in sustainable assets such as solar panels, EV charging/vehicles, wind turbines, batteries and LED lighting.
RESOURCES FOR SME MANUFACTURERS
GUIDES
Finance to drive your growth plans
Access funding, specialist finance and practical banking solutions to help your business invest, improve cash flow, expand into new markets and unlock growth opportunities.
Supporting your transition to net zero
At NatWest 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.
MORE NATWEST RESOURCES
Whatever size or type of business you have, we’ve got a range of programmes and useful tools, designed and built to help you succeed. There's also opportunities to join networks of specialists and like-minded peers who could offer help and guidance as you grow.
We partnered with The Guardian to deliver research into the economic significance of the UK's manufacturing sector. Process automation, digital transformation, sustainable growth, workforce agility, and supply chain resilience all emerged as key strategies for future success.
CONNECT WITH NATWEST BUSINESS BANKING
Need help understanding finance, investment or your business banking? Connect with NatWest. Whether you’re still in the idea phase or looking to grow, you’ll find Business Builder has what you need and is packed with practical resources.
Security may be required. Product fees may apply. Finance is only available for business purposes.
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