Airborne Selected By Airbus To Supply Solar Array Substrates For MDA AURORATM Mega-Constellation Satellites

Airborne Aerospace B.V. today announced it has been selected by Airbus Netherlands B.V. to supply panel and yoke substrates for the Sparkwing solar arrays are provided to MDA Space AURORATM, the software-defined satellite product line enabling constellations to extend communication networks to every corner of the world. Under the MDA AURORATM contract, Airbus will supply […]


NORCO Invests In Additive Manufacturing And 3D Printing

Norco has taken a significant step in advancing its technological capabilities by investing in the latest additive manufacturing and 3D printing technology. This move not only enhances Norco’s existing production capabilities but also opens new market opportunities, positioning the company as a leader in delivering innovative manufacturing solutions to a diverse range of industries. Plant […]


Norco To Host Open Day At New CNC Machining and Kitting Facility

Norco Composites & GRP is pleased to announce an Open Day event at its new dedicated CNC machining and kitting facility at 33 Holton Road, Poole, Dorset BH16 6LT. Taking place on Wednesday, 5th February 2025, the event will provide an exclusive opportunity for customers and industry partners to explore the advanced facility, meet the […]


Ru-bix Advanced Materials – William Kimberley Green Tech Award Winner

Ru-bix Advanced Materials is proud to announce that our revolutionary Halo® Tooling Board has been awarded the William Kimberley Green Tech Award at the 2024 World Motorsport Symposium (WMS). This accolade is a testament to our commitment to sustainable innovation and excellence in engineering, positioning us alongside the most influential names in the motorsport and […]


Polar Technology Implementing Brand-New Filament Winding Machine To Enhance High-Volume Manufacturing

Polar Technology, an Oxfordshire-based engineering and manufacturing business specialising in both metallic and composite technology, have recently installed a new filament winding machine as part of a designated, world-class manufacturing cell. This new investment is designed to increase and improve their volume production filament winding capabilities as they continue to support a varied, high-end customer […]


Assessing Talent: Introducing Skills Test for Composite Technician Interviews

Recruiting for the composites industry can be challenging, especially when trying to assess candidates who are new to the field. Identifying the right individuals—those with the practical skills and potential to excel in composites—often requires more than just a CV and an interview. To address this, Access Composites has developed a new service: Skills Test […]


Broadwater Officially Presented With King’s Award

On the 3rd December 2024, Broadwater Mouldings Ltd had the honour of welcoming the Lord Lieutenant of Suffolk, Clare Countess of Euston to present the Kings Award for Enterprise for International Trade. The Lord Lieutenant was joined by; Sue Bennitt – Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant, Mark Pendlington – Deputy Lieutenant, Lucinda Hutson – Deputy […]


SHD Composites Materials Celebrates 15th Year Of Trading With New UK Campus Facility

SHD Composite Materials is celebrating its 15th year as a family owned, independent business and has recently opened a new high-volume manufacturing facility on their UK campus to ensure that SHD continues to remain flexible, reactive and supportive in the future. Excited to enter its 15th year of trading as an independent composite material manufacturer, […]


Unlock The Full Potential Of Your UV-Vis Spectrophotometer With Shimadzu’s Accessories Guide!

Shimadzu UK has released a comprehensive, easy-to-read downloadable guide designed to help you maximise the capabilities of your UV-Vis spectrophotometer. “Extend the Power of Your UV-Vis Spectrophotometer” provides clear, concise information tailored by sample type, connecting the unique features of each accessory to specific industry applications. Whether you’re working with solid or liquid samples, conducting […]


MACH 2026 Where The UK Manufacturing Community Comes Together

MACH 2026, the UK’s premier manufacturing and engineering exhibition, has already secured more than 65% of its floorplan, 16 months ahead of the event. Organised by The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) and owned by the industry it serves, MACH brings together the entire UK manufacturing supply chain to celebrate innovation, showcase capabilities, and address the […]