The North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA) and Composites UK are pleased to announce the return of their collaborative pavilion at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2026, taking place from 20th – 24th July 2026. Located in Hall 1, Stand 1310, the 150sqm joint pavilion will showcase 24 companies from across both organisations’ memberships, highlighting the […]
Uplift360, the advanced materials scale-up transforming how aerospace, defence and industrial sectors source high-performance materials, today announced Alistair Donaldson as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), strengthening its executive leadership as the company enters its next phase of industrial growth. The appointment comes as Uplift360 advances toward scale deployment of its proprietary chemical regeneration technologies, including ChemR, […]
At Frewer Engineering, the service offering is built around a set of strong, flexible pillars that enable the company to support customers across a wide range of technical challenges. From concept design and detailed engineering through to analysis, substantiation, problem-solving and project delivery, its teams bring together the expertise required to turn complex requirements into […]
Composites UK is proud to return as the headline industry partner of the Composites Engineering Show – a core part of Advanced Engineering, the country’s leading annual gathering of engineering and manufacturing professionals. Taking place on 4 and 5 November 2026 at the NEC, Birmingham, Advanced Engineering will once again bring together thousands of composites […]
Leonardo has formed a partnership with advanced materials scale-up Uplift360 to accelerate the reuse of military-grade materials across defence. The collaboration will bring together Leonardo’s expertise in defence platforms, certification, testing and regulatory engagement with Uplift360’s specialist composite recycling technologies. The partnership is aimed at establishing a circular, UK-based supply of carbon fibre derived from […]
Composites UK has officially opened applications for the 2026 Composites UK Industry Awards, with entries now being accepted ahead of being presented at this year’s Awards Dinner, taking place on 4 November 2026. Held at the National Motorcycle Museum and coinciding with the first evening of the Advanced Engineering Show, the Composites UK Industry Awards […]
Composites UK continues to monitor the evolving geopolitical situation in Iran and the wider Middle East since January 2026. Developments in the region are progressing rapidly and are now beginning to have a direct impact on pricing and supply chains within the global chemicals market. One of the most visible indicators has been the rise […]
Composites UK has submitted a proposal to the recent Innovate UK call for feasibility studies for advanced manufacturing supply chain innovation on behalf of the UK composites supply chain. The proposed project will identify the problems that can be solved to accelerate real-world application of composite recycling technologies, deliver a functioning supply chain providing value, […]
Advanced silicone and polyurethane 3D printing solutions now available in the DACH region Biesterfeld, one of the internationally leading distribution and service companies in the field of polymers, rubber, specialty chemicals and ingredients, announces the start of a new cooperation with manufacturer of industrial 3D printers and global leader in elastomer 3D printing Lynxter in […]
Joe Read has been appointed Managing Director of Biesterfeld in UK & Ireland, effective March 1, 2026. He will succeed Guy Payne, who will step into the role of a long-term advisor. Joe brings a wealth of experience from the British and European engineering polymers industry, having held senior roles in sales, commercial leadership and […]