MAKE UK Defence membership marks a new chapter in the company’s growing commitment to the manufacturing industry in the UK. MAKE UK Defence is a not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting the UK defence supply chain and was formed to champion and support the UK’s defence supply chain, bringing together the manufacturers and suppliers that underpin […]
Gurit is proud to announce that their Corecell S structural foam core is the first non-syntactic foam to obtain DNV Certification for Underwater Technology. The certification covers the following standards: Achieving DNV certification highlights the material’s exceptional performance, reliability and suitability for demanding subsea and offshore environments. Corecell S is a high-performance foam, delivering exceptional […]
Toray Advanced Composites (“Toray”), a leading developer and supplier of advanced composite materials, announces expanded NCAMP qualifications for its high-performance Toray Cetex® TC1225 LMPAEK™ thermoplastic composite material system, further broadening approved material formats and processing methodologies. Toray has successfully expanded the high-performance Toray Cetex® LMPAEK™ NCAMP databases to include TC1225/TORAYCA™ T700 uni-directional (UD) tape prepreg. […]
University of Sheffield, June 30th – July 2nd Leading international and UK composites industries will participate with academic researchers at the 17th International Conference on Flow Processes in Composite Materials (FPCM’17) at the University of Sheffield from June 30th to July 2nd. McLaren, GKN Aerospace, Syensqo, MTorres, Airbus, Rolls Royce, Sigmatex, Composites Integration, Arkema, AMIC […]
Latest Composites UK report highlights reductions in accidents, improved mental health support and the success of the 2022-25 SIMPLC safety strategy The UK composites industry has recorded significant improvements in health and safety performance, according to the latest annual Health & Safety Report published by Composites UK. Knife injuries have historically been a key area […]
After an amazing turn out during our last event, we are excited to announce the next instalment of our Excellence in Science Training Workshops! Curated by Shimadzu experts and shaped by over 150 years of innovation, our workshops are designed to not only build your understanding of analytical techniques but strengthen your confidence in troubleshooting […]
Engineered Composites’ ENGRail 51mm Modular Handrail System has been shortlisted for Specialist Innovation of the Year at the CN Specialists Awards 2026 and has taken top honours at the Borders Business Awards, as the wider infrastructure sector accelerates its adoption of composite safety systems over conventional steel. Awards RecognitionEngineered Composites is pleased to confirm that […]
To support the entire spectrum of composite materials innovation in the UK, Composites UK, the premier trade association for the UK composites sector, has expanded its membership criteria to now fully encompass companies working with Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) and Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs). By joining Composites UK, CMC and MMC companies gain access to […]
At its Annual General Meeting held on 13th May, Composites UK confirmed the appointment of five individuals to its Board of Directors, each voted on by the organisation’s member companies. The Board comprises 11 elected Directors, all drawn from Composites UK’s membership, supported by additional co-opted specialists. Each elected Director serves a two-year term, contributing […]
The Composites UK Early Careers Group (ECG) has announced the appointment of Vino Saaran of Multi-Ply as its new Chair, following a successful first year for the initiative under the leadership of Guy Lawrence of Composite Braiding. Launched in 2025, the Early Careers Group was established to support and connect the next generation of professionals […]