Trade Association for the UK Composites Industry

Composites UK Industry Awards 2026 Celebrate Excellence Across the Composites Sector

The prestigious Composites UK Industry Awards 2026 took place at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham, on 4 November, celebrating the remarkable achievements and innovations driving progress within the UK composites sector. The 2026 award winners are...

Composites UK Recognises David Bailey’s Contribution to the Industry

After six years with Composites UK, David Bailey has decided to step down from his role as Chief Executive, having made a significant contribution to the Association’s strategic direction, organisational development and work on behalf of the UK composites industry.

Everywhen Announced as Headline Award Sponsor for the 2026 Composites UK Industry Awards

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

Remembering Keith Beaumont

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Mr Keith Beaumont, one of the founding members of the Composites Processing Association in 1989, which later became Composites UK.

Composites UK and NPL to Explore the Challenges of Composites in Extreme Environments

The event will explore how composite materials can be developed, tested and validated for use in some of the most demanding operating conditions, from extreme temperatures and lightning strikes to fire, impact, subsea applications and other challenging environments.

RECOMP 2026 to Explore how Composite Waste can become a Valuable Resource for Industry

Composites UK’s RECOMP 2026 conference will bring together researchers, manufacturers and industry experts at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) in Rotherham on 25 November to explore how composite waste can be recovered, transformed and brought back into productive use.

Composites UK to Bring UK Composites Industry to Parliament to Explore its Role as an Engine for Growth

Composites UK will host its 2026 Parliamentary Reception at the House of Commons on Wednesday 9 December, bringing together members of the UK composites industry and parliamentarians to discuss the sector’s contribution to the UK economy and its potential to support future growth.

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CCK Aerospace Achieves AS9100 Certification

CCK Aerospace has achieved AS9100 certification, marking an important milestone in Cristex’s investment in advanced material cutting and kitting. The division was established to support composite manufacturers where material handling, traceability and process control are central to production. Operating from Cristex’s Blackburn facility, CCK Aerospace provides precision prepreg cutting and kitting within a dedicated ISO […]

The Race For Accuracy: GTR Cuts Chassis Setup Time By 66% As Rising Expectations Drive Process Transformation

Leading composite component manufacturer GTR Composites Group has reduced chassis setup time by more than 66% following the introduction of advanced CNC metrology into its manufacturing processes. MSP PerfectPart has helped the company meet increasingly demanding customer requirements whilst also strengthening its position in the highly competitive motorsport sector. The company are facing a challenge […]