Trade Association for the UK Composites Industry

Zünd UK Returns as Headline Award Sponsor for the 2026 Composites UK Industry Awards

Composites UK is delighted to announce Zünd UK as the Headline Award Sponsor for the 2026 Composites UK Industry Awards Dinner, taking place on Wednesday 4 November 2026 at the National Motorcycle Museum.

Composites UK's GRP Composites Working Group Explores Opportunities to Unlock UK Growth

The Composites UK GRP Composites Working Group recently met at Filon Products Ltd, bringing together industry leaders from across the composites supply chain to discuss opportunities to expand the use of glass-reinforced polymer (GRP) products and unlock further growth for the UK composites industry.

Two-Day Composites Forum Programme Announced at Advanced Engineering 2026

Representatives from across the composites supply chain, including major end users, research organisations and technology developers, are coming together in the Composites Forum at the Advanced Engineering Show 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 4 and 5 November.

Composites UK 2026-27 Industry Insights - Out Now!

We’re pleased to announce the launch of the first Composites UK Industry Insights, a new annual publication showcasing the people, companies and innovation driving the UK composites sector. The publication features in four editions of M&MT’s digital magazine, reaching an audience of 42,000 readers across the UK and Ireland.

Composites UK 2026 Industry Awards Shortlist Announced

The finalists for the Composites UK Industry Awards 2026 have been revealed, celebrating the people, businesses and innovations making a significant contribution to the UK composites industry. The 2026 Industry Awards, recognises excellence across the sector in areas including skills, engineering, sustainability, innovation and social impact.

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AFD Systems Strengthens Aerospace Production Capability With Investment In Stratasys F900

New large-format additive manufacturing capability supports production of larger flightworthy aerospace components following Part 21G Production Organisation Approval. AFD Systems has further strengthened its aerospace manufacturing capability with the acquisition of a Stratasys F900 industrial additive manufacturing system, significantly expanding its ability to produce large-format flightworthy aerospace components following the company’s recent Part 21G Production […]

Hive Composites Doubles Floorspace To Meet Demand For Specialist Engineering

Hive Composites has doubled its capacity for market-leading advanced composites services after taking over the building next door to its existing premises. The move will see the Wymeswold business near Loughborough, Leicestershire, increase its floorspace to around 7,000 sq ft to meet growing demand. Expansion supports Hive’s recent growth as an advanced composites engineering services […]