The Henry Royce Institute in Manchester will host a new knowledge-sharing event, organised by Composites UK, on 22 April 2026. Experts from industry and academia will come together to examine how hybrid and multi-material composites are transforming product performance across multiple sectors.
This specialist session will focus on the integration of different materials, including hybrid composites, to unlock superior mechanical, thermal, and functional performance in next-generation products. Attendees will gain insight into the technical challenges and practical solutions involved in combining composites with metals, plastics, and other materials, with real-world applications spanning energy, aerospace, manufacturing, and sustainability-driven design.
The event features a diverse programme of technical presentations from leading organisations and universities:
- Bill Alexander, ACPI Ltd
Composite Materials Enabling Development of Next Generation Heat Exchangers - Matt Elton, BioTwin Limited
Material Innovation and Hybrid Approaches - Michael Wisnom, Bristol Composites Institute
Engineering Gradual Failure with Pseudo-Ductile Hybrid Composites - Dawid Hnatyk, University of Hertfordshire
Improvement of Recycled Carbon Fibre Behaviour through the Introduction of Natural Fibres - Ian Falconer, OrCA
Nylon 6 (PA6) Thermoplastic Composites - Leo Batmanovs, Airborne
Design for Manufacture and Industrialisation of Multi-material Complex Composite Structures - Scotty Whitelaw, HTMS
Hybrid Manufacturing Technology - Aditya Prakash Shembekar, University of Edinburgh
Circular Hybrid Glass Fibre / Polyamide Systems - Julien Sellier, STRUCTeam
Hybrid Sparcaps for Wind Turbine Blades - Oliver Gamble, ENL Group
Over-Moulding PEEK to Carbon Fibre
By combining perspectives from cutting-edge research and industrial deployment, the event aims to accelerate understanding of hybrid material systems, promote cross-sector collaboration, and support the development of more efficient, durable, and sustainable products.
The session is expected to attract engineers, material scientists, manufacturers, and decision-makers seeking to stay at the forefront of composite and multi-material innovation.
For organisations and professionals working with advanced materials, this event offers a valuable opportunity to learn, connect, and shape the future of hybrid composite technologies.
Registration is open now: www.compositesuk.co.uk/events