Back by popular demand Shimadzu are continuing their Excellence in Science learning by running another free learning workshop, 10-12 June 2025 WhereShimadzu UK Centre of Excellence, Mill Court, Featherstone Road, Wolverton Mill South, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK12 5RE WhenGC/GCMS – Tuesday 10th June 2025HPLC / UHPLC – Wednesday 11th June 2025LCMS – Thursday 12th June […]
Industry News – Member News
UK GRP Supply Chain Strengthens Amid Global Shipping Disruptions
With global shipping routes facing mounting pressure from tariff shifts and geopolitical tensions, UK-based composite suppliers are stepping up to safeguard critical infrastructure projects from escalating delays and material shortages. Industry analysts warn that supply chain instability could pose serious risks to sectors reliant on advanced composites—especially as demand rises for non-corrosive, non-conductive, and fire-resistant […]
Welcoming Mark D’Amico – Norco’s New Operations Manager At Unit 43
Norco is delighted to welcome Mark D’Amico as the new Operations Manager at Unit 43. Mark brings with him over 30 years of experience in the Aerospace industry, offering a wealth of technical and leadership expertise. He began his career as an apprentice Sheet Metal Worker and has since progressed through a wide variety of […]
Pushing The Boundaries Of R&D In Polymer Additive Manufacturing
Airframe Designs has been pushing the boundaries on what is possible on a government-funded R&D project. Garry Sellick, additive manufacturing manager, explains. Airframe Designs has completed a collaborative R&D project co-funded by Innovate UK to advance ultra-polymer additive manufacturing of aircraft cabin interior parts. We’re proud of the role we have played on the 18-month […]
Prea Restructures Amid Global Growth and Launches New Website
Prea has announced a strategic restructuring of its operations in response to substantial organic growth and increased demand for its services both in the UK and internationally. As part of this development, the company has launched a new website: www.prea.co.uk. Despite ongoing geopolitical instability and tariff wars, there remains a strong appetite for Prea’s services. […]
Life Cycle Assessment Training Programme
The composites industry faces increasing pressure to demonstrate sustainability credentials and understand the environmental impact of materials and manufacturing processes. As regulations tighten and net-zero targets approach, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) has become a crucial methodology for quantifying environmental impacts across product lifecycles. Composites UK, the trade association for the UK composites industry, identified a […]
Advanced Engineering Expands Enabling Innovation Showdown
Start-ups and SMEs invited to compete for free stand at 2025 show Following a record-breaking 2024 event, the UK’s annual engineering and manufacturing exhibition Advanced Engineering UK is expanding its Enabling Innovation competition for 2025. The competition, open to start-ups and SMEs, provides a unique opportunity for companies to showcase their innovations, culminating in presentations […]
Seawork Launches A New Membership For Commercial Marine Professionals
Seawork, Europe’s leading commercial marine exhibition, is excited to launch its exclusive Seawork Membership, designed to give maritime professionals a powerful advantage both onsite and online. Leading the list of exclusive benefits is unrestricted access to Seawork’s online messaging platform on seawork.com, allowing members to connect directly with visitors, exhibitors, and potential leads. Members can […]
Airtech Acquires Kimya Assets to Extend Additive Manufacturing Filament Capabilities and Solutions
Airtech Advanced Materials Group is pleased to announce the integration of Kimya’s high-performance filament portfolio into its established range of pellets and filaments for Additive Manufacturing applications. This strategic enhancement includes Kimya’s technical filament materials, development and production capabilities, validation equipment, and intellectual property — further expanding Airtech’s offering for large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) and […]
F1 – The Crucible of Innovation for BTMA Members
Fibre and fabric production technologies – especially in the area of composite reinforcements – have played an as-yet largely unheralded role in the development of the UK’s Formula One industry, but the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) aims to change that. Motorsport Valley “If there’s one thing the UK does well, it’s Formula One, with […]