ASTUTE 2020 Response to the COVID-19 crisis
15/04/2020
ASTUTE 2020 Response to the COVID-19 crisis
The COVID-19 crisis is a worrying time for many businesses and the manufacturing sector is facing unprecedented challenges, either through staff absence, limits to production activity, changes in how you work or having to temporarily close your facility.
Here at ASTUTE 2020, we are able to support your business throughout this period of uncertainty. Key academics and technical experts from across our strong HEI partnership (Swansea, Cardiff and Aberystwyth Universities, the University of Wales Trinity Saint David and the University of South Wales) are working from home and we are available to support you through research and innovation activities to further understand and apply advanced engineering technologies.
We are here if you wish to discuss opportunities for working with us or are looking to modify your production to develop solutions to support the fight against COVID-19.
Collaboration and innovation are key for the prosperity of the sector, and we are very much looking forward to working with you on industrial challenges.
How Can ASTUTE 2020 Support you?
ASTUTE 2020 can support manufacturing companies across a variety of sectors, such as aerospace, automotive, energy generation, oil and gas, medical devices, electronics, foods,
etc., stimulating growth by applying advanced engineering technologies to manufacturing challenges driving cutting-edge research and innovation.
ASTUTE 2020 collaborations inspire manufacturing companies to improve and streamline their manufacturing processes, manufactured products and supply chain, generating sustainable, higher-value goods and services and bringing them to a global market.
We are still able to assist you thought this turbulent time, please contact us on info@astutewales.com
Welsh Government Support
COVID19 advice
The Welsh Government have announced their support for the Welsh economy, in addition to that which is being offered by the UK Government.
Support Needed
Call for businesses to help
The government is looking for businesses who can support in the supply of ventilators and ventilator components across the UK as part of our response to COVID-19.
Economic Resilience Fund
Is your business eligible
Find out if your business is eligible for support from the new Economic Resilience Fund.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
What you'll need to make a claim
Find out if you’re eligible and how much you can claim to cover wages for employees on temporary leave ('furlough') due to coronavirus (COVID-19).