Hydraulics Online believes in doing business with impact. Beyond our global reach and technical expertise, we’re committed to supporting others – sharing knowledge, creating opportunities, and helping shape a more inclusive, resilient business landscape.
Our work spans education, entrepreneurship, industry collaboration, and local initiatives. It reflects our values in action – visible in classrooms, boardrooms, and policy circles alike.
You’ll regularly find us engaging with students, academics, and even politicians; acting as a voice for business through local and national support organisations, and contributing to the wider business community – whether mentoring, coaching, speaking publicly, or participating in think tanks focused on improving opportunity, collaboration, and productivity across the UK.
This commitment to purposeful action earned national recognition in the King’s Birthday Honours List in 2024. Here are just a handful of the projects and initiatives we’re proud to support…
Championing Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Hydraulics Online actively supports the next generation of business leaders – sharing our vision and marketing strategy, start-up experience and export journey to inspire others. We have:
- Presented at national and regional business events
- Helped launch Young Enterprise’s “Exporting Mindset” award
- Contributed to judging panels and mentoring programmes
- Supported peer networks and business growth initiatives
- Delivered real-world case studies and learning experiences for university outreach programmes
- Provided mentoring through the UK Government-funded Help to Grow: Management programme, supporting SME leaders to develop growth action plans and strengthen business performance
Collaborating with Industry and Academia
We work closely with universities, trade bodies, and innovation hubs to strengthen UK business and engineering education.
- Participation in EngineeringUK’s Tomorrow’s Engineers Code
- Engagement with business support organisations and think tanks
- Support for Product-Change.com’s engineering design education
- Contributions to national programmes promoting UK innovation
Supporting Education and Skills Development
We regularly contribute to schools, colleges, and universities – offering work placements, mentoring, and real-world insights into engineering, entrepreneurship, and international trade. Our input includes:
- Work experience placements for local students
- Careers sessions and mock assessment centres
- Collaboration with the triple-accredited Manchester Metropolitan University
- Digital and live content for Young Enterprise programmes
- Advisory board membership at Leeds University Business School
Backing Local Initiatives and Inclusion
From grassroots sport to regional charities, Hydraulics Online is proud to give back locally – helping create opportunities and championing inclusion.
We sponsor Chester Schoolgirls Under 11s’ football team, an initiative that aligns naturally with our values. It’s part of our wider commitment to promoting greater diversity in engineering and encouraging girls to see entrepreneurship and STEM as viable, exciting career paths. Supporting this team isn’t just about sport – it’s about visibility, confidence, and opening doors.
We continue to engage with local schools, youth programmes, and community events – because inclusion starts early, and impact grows when opportunity is shared.
