8th May 2025, Safran Seats, Cwmbran – Torfaen – NP44 3HQ, South Wales

Discover the potential of biocomposites and natural fibres in transforming sustainable manufacturing and product design. This event brings together industry leaders, researchers, and innovators to showcase cutting-edge advancements in renewable materials. Learn how these eco-friendly alternatives are reshaping industries such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods, offering solutions that combine performance, biodegradability, and reduced environmental impact. Join us to explore the future of materials science and the role of biocomposites in creating a more sustainable world.

Programme

This event will run from 9:30am (registration) for a 10am start, and will conclude at approximately 3.30pm, followed by an optional tour of Safran Seat’s facilities (45mins – 1hr). Our speakers are as follows.

  • Fibra – Andrew Jones
    Scaling Sustainable Biocomposites with UK Hemp
  • Grazebrook Innovation – Stella Job
    A Global Perspective on Biocomposites and Biomass Availability
  • RuBix Advanced Materials – Barrie Colvin
    Summary of Successful Projects using Biocomposites and Natural Fibres
  • SHD Materials – Dominic Hopwood
    Sustainable Solutions for the Composites Sector: High-Performance Bio-based Prepregs
  • Sm8rt – Thomas Cox
    The Hemp Paradox: Why This Versatile Natural Fibre Remains Under Utilised
  • STW – Dr. Jürgen Rothe 
    Natural Fibres for Sustainable Solutions
  • University of Leeds – Michael Ries
    All Cellulose Composites: A Film Makes all the Difference
  • Dolphitech – Matt Day
    Role of Ultrasonics in Composite development with natural fibres
  • Athena Blue Innovation – Peter Quigley
    Wider impacts and benefits of Biomaterials
  • Safran Seats – Arno Myburgh
    Safran Seats Presentation

Tour

The option to add on a tour of the Safran Seats site can be done when booking.

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Meet our Exhibitors


Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities

Want to enhance your presence at this event? We have both table-top exhibition space and sponsorship opportunities available at this event.

Download the brochure, here

Registration:

Registration is live via Eventbrite – click here.

  • Composites UK member rate: Please check your company is a current member of the association, here.
  • Students: Please register using your university email address.

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