At Lloyds, we do more than just help you with the day-to-day running of your business. We also make sure you stay ahead of industry trends so you can plan for the future and grow. What’s more, our partnership with the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) could help you plug your skills gap and prepare for Net Zero.

How we can help you

Funding and cashflow

Whether you need help with everyday running costs or cash for a bigger investment, we’re here for you. 

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Efficiency and productivity

From supply chains to production lines, efficiency and productivity are crucial. Our partnership with the MTC can give you access to the expertise and skills that could help.

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Industry trends and insights

Stay ahead of the game with our market-leading insights.

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Sustainability in manufacturing

Our sustainable finance options could help you improve energy efficiency to stay competitive. The MTC offers a free sustainability line walk to help identify improvements in your business.

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Working with the Manufacturing Technology Centre

Our partnership with the MTC helps businesses like yours access skills and expertise. We’ve been working with them since 2015 and have extended our collaboration to the end of 2029, with £15m in sponsorship.

Skills and expertise

Funding and cashflow

Whether you’re looking to expand your business, invest in assets or just manage your cashflow better, we can help.

Unlock the cash in your invoices

Boost your cash flow with Invoice Finance and get early access to money owed to you.

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Nine ways to manage your cash flow

Borrow for the short term

Setting up an overdraft for your business gives you financial flexibility and support when it matters.

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Fund new machines or equipment

Asset Finance is a way to fund what you need to keep your business running and help it grow.

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How Asset Finance can help you grow

International Trade

International Trade

We can help reduce risk and ease cash flow, so you can trade with confidence.

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Improve your efficiency and productivity

From managing your supply chain to making your business more efficient, we’re here for you. Our partner, the MTC, could also help you plug your skills gap.

Manage your supply chain risk

By efficiently managing your supply chain, you’ll reduce risks, enhance efficiency and cut operational costs.

Supply chain insights

Make your business more efficient

The MTC helps manufacturers be more productive, innovative and reduce costs. They can offer a free line walk to review your challenges.

MTC line walk

Futureproof your workforce

75% of manufacturers identify skills shortages as their biggest barrier to growth. The MTC could help you train your existing staff as well as help find you a diverse, highly-skilled workforce.

Find out more about women in manufacturing.

See MTC apprenticeships

Economic insights

Keep up to date with the latest market trends and financial news. Our one-stop shop of economic reports, market intelligence, expert analysis and forecasts can help you to handle economic changes with confidence.

UK sector tracker

Business barometer

Accelerate into 2025

With the government looking to invest more money in manufacturing and develop a long-term strategy, 2025 could be the year to put your foot on the pedal. Find out more about how we could be entering a new era of ambition.

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ESG in UK manufacturing

Protect your business against cybercrime

Manufacturing is the most targeted industry when it comes to cybercrime. Attacks can lead to the theft of sensitive data, industrial espionage and disruption to systems and operational technology. 

Risks for manufacturers

Understand cyber risk

 

“At Lloyds, we want to support manufacturing with their unique banking needs. Our Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) trained managers can help you with anything from getting capital, investing in new machinery or moving into new global markets.”

Dave Atkinson, UK Head of Manufacturing

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Case studies

Find out how we helped other manufacturers and how we could support you too. For example, how Welsh ice-cream manufacturer gg’s gelato cut production times and expanded to larger markets with a £70,000 hire purchase agreement.

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Business insights

Using our economic reports and UK sector tracker, you’ll get a clear picture of industry trends and opportunities. This will help you make smart decisions, fine-tune your strategies and stay competitive.

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