Napper Architects appointed by Nissan for new EV training facility

Napper Architects have been appointed by Nissan to act as Lead Design Consultant for a new training hub in Sunderland to boost skills in the automotive sector. 

MADE NE (Manufacturing, Automation, Digitalisation, Electrification North East), led by Nissan with partners on behalf of the automotive sector, will create world-leading training facilities over two sites within the International Advanced Manufacturing Strategic Site (IAMSS) in Sunderland.

The £14m facility, which includes the fit-out of a 70,000 sqft unit at Hillthorn Business Park will focus on training a workforce for the electric vehicle and battery technology sectors. It will cover skills development from primary school to apprenticeships, to in-work learning and training. The centre also aims to support targeted industrial innovation projects with funding and equipment.

“To build the cars of the future, you need the skills of the future. This fantastic new facility will help find the talent, nurture the technical skills and drive the spirit of innovation that will power advanced automotive manufacturing in the UK.”
Adam Pennick, Vice President, Manufacturing, at Nissan Sunderland Plant.