Shimadzu Training Courses: Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry & Spectroscop

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 […]


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 […]


Composites UK Gears Up for Two Premier Automotive Events This Summer

Composites UK, the leading trade association for the UK composites industry, is accelerating into the summer with two key events spotlighting the evolving role of composites in the automotive sector. Kicking off the season, the Automotive Showcase returns on 24th June at WMG, University of Warwick, with a full day of insights, innovation, and industry […]


Registration Now Open: “Exploring Biocomposites and Natural Fibres” – A Groundbreaking Event on Sustainable Materials

Registration is now officially open for Exploring Biocomposites and Natural Fibres, an exciting one-day event dedicated to the future of sustainable materials and product innovation. Taking place on 8th May 2025 at Safran Seats in Cwmbran, South Wales, this event invites professionals, academics, and innovators to delve into the rapidly evolving world of biocomposites and […]


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 […]