Fluency and Easyfairs Sign Agreement for the Incorporation of the Advanced Materials Events Series into the Advanced Engineering Show

The Fluency Business Group (Fluency) and Easyfairs are delighted to announce the signing of an agreement to incorporate its Advanced Materials Events into Easyfairs’ well-respected Advanced Engineering Show which occurs annually at the NEC in Birmingham. The next edition, featuring the Advanced Materials Events, will take place on 1st and 2nd of November 2023. Under […]


An Advanced Technology and Innovation Show Returns to the NEC

Four shows combine to showcase the very latest advanced technologies and innovations within battery technology, electric vehicles, advanced materials and technical ceramics at the NEC in June. The Advanced Materials Show, The Advanced Ceramics Show, Battery Cells & Systems Expo, Vehicle Electrification Expo will take place on the 28th & 29th June 2023 returning to […]


Ground-Breaking NMIS Facility Paving the way for the Future of Manufacturing in Scotland

The National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), operated by the University of Strathclyde, has opened its new world-class, flagship facility at the heart of the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland (AMIDS) in Renfrewshire, aiming to be a major stimulus for the country’s economy, skills development, and prosperous, sustainable communities. Acting as a magnet for advanced manufacturing […]


Victrex Joins Composites UK

Composites UK is delighted to announce that high-performance PEEK and PAEK polymer supplier, Victrex, recently joined the Association with a view to network with other members, get involved in policy making and increase their visibility & market awareness. The company’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities are based in Lancashire, UK, with technical and customer support facilities […]


bigHead Recognises Notable Trends In The Use Of Composite Materials At JEC 2023

In the realm of composite materials, the JEC World exhibition serves as a pivotal and accessible annual platform, offering a vital glimpse into the vast array of emerging technologies and trends within the composites industry. For bigHead their focus revolves around securely fastening components made from composite materials. bigHead actively participate in countless discussions, both […]


New Dura Platform With Tri-Tone Installed For First Time At Honeybourne Station

Dura Composites, a leading supplier of composite products and infrastructure to the rail industry, has updated its award-winning Dura Platform. The unique high specification Tri-Tone Grit surface composition is a new addition to Dura Platform in 2023, providing a more natural finish in keeping with UK stations and also offers improved anti-slip for high footfall […]


“Round The Island” Goes Electric

On Monday 12th June 2023, the Optima e10, 100% electric boat, circumnavigated the Isle of Wight in the UK, becoming the first electric boat to make this 51 nautical mile passage. Starting from Lymington, around the Needles, south of the Island and back through the Solent past Cowes, returning for a celebratory drink at The […]


Future Materials Group Acquires Counterpoint Market Intelligence

Future Materials Group (FMG), the Cambridge based, strategic growth and M&A advisory firm specialising in the global advanced materials and high value manufacturing sectors, announced today the successful acquisition of Counterpoint Market Intelligence Ltd, a respected market intelligence and consulting company focused on the aerospace and defence markets. The acquisition builds upon Future Materials Group’s […]


Permali Park Regeneration

Since 2021, Diamorph Group has been actively working on revitalising the Permali plant located on Bristol Road. Our goal is to constantly look at ways we can improve the environment by modernising operations and the site itself. As part of our commitment to innovation, helping the environment and supporting the local community, we are excited […]


Nominations sought for Composites Leadership Forum Chair

The Composites Leadership Forum (CLF) is the organisation that convenes UK industry and support bodies to understand the industry needs, lobby for, and direct support and effort to ensure growth and industrial success for the UK composite sector. Its ambition is sustainable growth year-on-year of the UK composites industry through cross-sector engagement, innovation, strategic development […]