THE story of how East Lancashire engineering skills helped set a new world record was the highlight of a technology roadshow.

Representatives from local firms which took part in the Thrust SSC project, including PDS (CNC) Engineering of Nelson and Brookhouse of Darwen, presented case studies on their roles.

The Technology Management Roadshow held at the Blackburn Technology Management Centre was organised by Enterprise plc on behalf of Blackburn Regeneration Partnership and Blackburn City Challenge.

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