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 […]
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 […]
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 (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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]