Our strategy

We are a world leader in sensors and systems for measurement and manufacturing.

Our strategy for long-term growth

We are building a manufacturing technology powerhouse, and our strategy aims to fulfil our purpose of Transforming Tomorrow Together by creating long-term value for all our stakeholders. We target an expanding range of high-growth markets for our portfolio of sensor- and software-enabled systems products.

Our opportunity

Well positioned in markets growing at more than 5% a year.

Our strategy

Driving consistent outperformance.

Our strategy graphic


Our strategy is underpinned by a robust risk management framework.

We measure our progress against KPIs that reflect financial and non-financial performance.

Our opportunity

We pursue innovation-led growth in emerging and established markets with a combined addressable value of £7bn, and where manufacturing and societal trends contribute to attractive through-cycle growth rates of at least 5%.

Our opportunity graphic from AR

Our three strategic focus areas

To make the most of the opportunities presented by our attractive growth markets, we've identified three strategic priorities to help us create value and grow market share ahead of our competition.

Our focus on these areas is set within a rigorous risk management framework, which includes our approach to climate risk, and is underpinned by our ESG strategy.

Our strategy three pillars
Figures as at date of 2026 Annual Report.