Telford automotive supplier takes ‘Best of British Casting’ title

A Telford-based automotive specialist, who has seen domestic and global sales rise significantly, has been named as the ‘Best of British Casting Company’ at the recent UK Cast Metals Industry Awards.

Magna Cosma Casting UK has defied uncertainty in the sector to post one of the best years in its history, impressing judges with the way it has developed a high-pressure die casting digital twin whilst also leveraging design methodology and traditional manufacturing methods.

This approach has seen it boost the workforce by 40% and has been critical in helping it support the production of large structural body and chassis castings that reduce costs and increase value for UK and international customers.

Organised by the Cast Metals Federation (CMF), there were also major accolades for Kent’s Maybrey Precision Castings and the Black Country’s Newby Foundries (joint Component of the Year winners), with Goodwin Steel Castings claiming the Innovation title.

“The UK cast metals sector continues to push boundaries, to innovate and to embrace technologies like 3D printing, simulation and digital twins…this is clearly evident with the depth of quality we saw across our 20 finalists and our eventual four winners,” explained Dr Pam Murrell, Chief Executive of the Cast Metals Federation.

“We can be proud of what we make, and the way that we make our castings, largely using recycled metal. There is no doubt in my mind that our industry can be part of the Government’s solution and Industrial Strategy to grow UK manufacturing, our supply chains and the wider economy.”

“Magna Cosma Casting UK is a rightful winner of our ‘Company of the Year’ title, demonstrating investment in new technology and people to accelerate its sales expansion in the UK and overseas.”

The UK Cast Metals Industry Awards, which attracted 180 guests at the Drayton Manor Resort in Tamworth, focused on the great castings being manufactured in metal by UK foundries, and their huge achievements in innovation, growth, and component performance.

Co-presented by Dr Pam Murrell and comedian Ian Stone, the evening clearly showcased the successes of the sector, the major strides it is making in supporting a more sustainable manufacturing world and its increasingly global reach.

Pam concluded: “Celebrating the ‘Best of British Casting’ is always a timely reminder of the impact our sector has on the rest of the world. We’re often at the heart of some of the globe’s most critical products and our desire to embrace the circular economy will ensure we remain a critical partner going forward.

“A massive thank you to our main sponsor LG Energy and all our other sponsors. Without your backing this event wouldn’t be possible.”