
Manufacture
Honeywell is a global technology leader currently evolving into a focused powerhouse for the UK’s industrial and digital future. By aligning its operations with the megatrends of automation and the energy transition, the company provides the essential "operating system" for modern British industry. In the South West and across the country, its Industrial Automation division is transforming the manufacturing and logistics landscape. Through advanced sensing technologies, warehouse robotics, and the Honeywell Forge IoT platform, the company enables businesses to optimize their supply chains, enhance worker safety, and harness real-time data to drive productivity in an increasingly competitive global market. Within the built environment, Honeywell is a primary partner for Somerset’s transition toward smarter, more sustainable infrastructure. Its Building Automation expertise turns commercial facilities—from local hospitals and schools to large-scale data centres—into high-performing, energy-efficient assets. By integrating fire safety, security, and climate controls into unified digital interfaces, Honeywell helps local organisations reduce their carbon footprint while improving occupant comfort. This focus on "software-forward" engineering ensures that as the UK moves toward its net-zero targets, Honeywell remains a vital local collaborator in creating safer, greener, and more resilient communities.