CompoSIDE Launches Yacht Designer Licence Incorporating Latest ISO 12215-5:2019 Guidelines

STRUCTeam has released a performance orientated upgrade to CompoSIDE, the company’s integrated suite of web-based design engineering modules for composite marine applications. The new updates to the software have been developed to support naval architects, marine engineers and design teams define hull construction and scantlings for vessels under 24m. The Yacht Designer subscription is fully […]


Composites UK Collaborates With F1 In Schools

F1 in Schools is a UK based not-for-profit organisation offering a way to learn Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) related subjects in an exciting way. It is achieving great results and is increasing the intake of students into Engineering careers. Formula 1 (F1) is the pinnacle in motorsport technology and has been using composites […]


International Composites Summit 2023: Shaping the Future of Composite Materials

The International Composites Summit (ICS), THE single place to do the most cost effective and sustainable composites business in the UK, is back for its highly anticipated 2023 edition, bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and innovators from across the composites sector. Scheduled to take place from 6th – 7th September 2023, at the Marshall Arena, […]


Championing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Pride Month and Beyond

At Composites UK, we encourage all of our member companies to champion equality, diversity and inclusion. June is Pride month, which celebrates the 1.5 million LGBTQIA+ people living in the UK. By demonstrating support for LGBTQIA+ staff, companies can build a culture of increased employee commitment, job satisfaction and productivity, contributing to an accepting environment […]


MSP To Host ‘Automated CNC Machining’ Event At Biesse

Metrology manufacturing specialist, MSP, has announced it will host a special technical event on 5th July to educate CNC machining companies about ‘Automated CNC Machining’. The event hosted at the Biesse Group UK facility in Daventry boasts a full schedule with a range of on-machine demonstrations showcasing automation tools which challenge manual production processes. Attendees […]


PRF Composite Materials Launches Its New Recycled Carbon Prepreg Material REEPREG

As part of a portfolio of products designed to deliver improved sustainability, PRF CompositeMaterials is delighted to introduce REEPREG, its new carbon prepreg material made with recycledchopped carbon mat. PRF’s processing allows almost full impregnation, which makes REEPREG drapeable and easilyhandled by the constructor, without falling apart when used – which the PRF team believes […]


BigHead Expertise In Composite Material Fastening Central To EV Manufacture

bigHead is playing a significant role in supporting Bossard’s Global Electric Vehicle (EV) Group which concentrates on the component fastening requirements of electric vehicle designers and manufacturers across Bossard’s worldwide marketplace. With a presence across four of the world’s five continents, Bossard has established this EV sector focussed initiative with the most relevant group members […]


EPSRC Future Composites Manufacturing Research Hub to Host Industry Online Session

The EPSRC Future Composites Manufacturing Research Hub (CIMComp) is pleased to announce that it will be hosting an industry online session on 16th June 2023. The event aims to bring together leading experts, professionals, and enthusiasts from the composites industry to discuss the latest advancements and industry challenges, share insights, and foster collaboration. The online […]


GOCarbonFibre 2023 Programme to Feature Leading Experts from Across the Supply Chain

Smithers has been organizing the world renowned Global Outlook for Carbon Fibre conference for over 20 years, and as Europe’s only conference dedicated solely to carbon fibre, it is truly unmissable for anyone working within this sector. More than 100 key stakeholders from the carbon fibre industry will convene online on the 11-12 October 2023. […]


Composites UK Comment on Retained EU Law Announcement

Composites UK were pleased to see that the decision to remove EU laws by 2023 has been rethought by the Department of Business and Trade. Like many trade associations, the composites industry has welcomed The Retained EU Bill announcement (smarter regulation unveiled to cut red tape and grow the economy). Now that the deadline of […]