About WEAF

ABOUT WEAF

The West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF) is a membership trade organisation that is passionate about all aspects of aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing. Our member and partner base represent a very wide spectrum – from SMEs to global corporations.

WEAF is the trade association for all companies operating in the Aerospace & Defence sector in the South West.

As one of the largest aerospace and advanced engineering clusters in Europe, we are able to provide a strong voice for our members, as well as representation and access to prominent regional, national and international decision makers in industry and government.

By providing support and new opportunities for our members, we strive to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the supply chain, and bring stakeholders together to create one cohesive community.

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We promote the UK’s largest Aerospace and Advanced Engineering Sector

 

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DSEI UK 2025: South West Open for Business in Defence Technologies

WEAF will be on stand N4-314 at this year’s DSEI UK; come and join us for more on defence technologies in the South West. 10 July 2025 – WEAF, the premier supply chain organisation supporting aerospace, defence, and advanced manufacturing for the South West, will be...

Agratas – New Construction Stage

Agratas Battery Manufacturing Facility Update  Agratas’ landmark project in Somerset, to build the UK’s biggest battery facility, reached a significant development milestone on 25th June with the erection of steel for the first manufacturing building.  Agratas has...

Free Somerset Business Mentoring Spaces!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level?  The Somerset Business Mentoring programme from Somerset Council offers personalised guidance from industry experts for CEOs and members of the Senior Leadership Team to help you overcome challenges, seize...

Monthly Member’s Spotlight: Needles & Pins Aerospace

We're delighted to announce that this month's Member spotlight goes to Needles & Pins Aerospace Needles and Pins Aerospace Ltd specialise in the design and manufacture of bespoke protective covers, acoustic insulation, and interior fabric solutions for...