We are pleased to welcome Helen Haxell-White to the WEAF team. Helen joins from Leonardo, where she led external communications for the company’s UK helicopters business in Yeovil. At Leonardo Helen managed several corporate campaigns for the aerospace and defence...
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WEAF to Host Inaugural ‘MAD’ Industry Awards at the 2024 Gala Dinner
4 Sep
The West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF) is delighted to announce the first-ever Making a Difference (M.A.D.) industry awards, which will be presented at the prestigious Annual Gala Dinner on Thursday, 28th November 2024. This highly anticipated event, taking place...
Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Full Show Round Up
5 Aug
What a brilliant week the WEAF Team & Exhibitors had at the Farnborough International Air Show 2024. The WEAF stand and exhibitor’s pods looked great, doing a brilliant job of showcasing the South West’s capabilities, members network & exhibitors! Day...
Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 3 Round Up
25 Jul
Another successful day for the WEAF team and exhibitors on day three of the Farnborough International Air Show! WEAF continues to grow its relationship with new members Boeing UK Defence by supporting introductory meetings with the Boeing UK Defence supply chain,...
Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 2 Round Up
24 Jul
Tuesday was another bustling and successful day for the WEAF Team and exhibitors, highlighting the strength of the South West's network and supply chain. The team was supported by the expertise of supply chain specialists Phil Curnock and Ian Davies. From the opening...
Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 1 Round Up
22 Jul
It was great to finally be back at the Farnborough Air Show again! The WEAF stand and exhibitor's pods looked great, doing a brilliant job of showcasing the South West's capabilities, members network & exhibitors. The WEAF Team...
Aerospace Manufacturing Feature: The south-west is best
16 Jul
West of England Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Forum (WEAF) and its member companies are all set to showcase their combined wealth of aerospace excellence at the Farnborough International Airshow. WEAF is set to showcase the best of aerospace design,...
Ultima Forma Announces Major Project to Develop Lightweight Liquid Hydrogen Pipes for Next-Generation Aircraft
16 Jul
10th July 2024 – Ultima Forma, Bramley – Ultima Forma, a leader in advanced manufacturing technologies, is excited to announce its latest funded project aimed at revolutionising the aviation industry with the development of lightweight liquid hydrogen pipes. This...
ONTIC PROUDLY SIGNS ARMED FORCES COVENANT
10 Jul
Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineered parts for the global aerospace and defence industries, has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support the Armed Forces Community with service-friendly policies and recruitment. In signing this...
WEAF Blog: Digitalisation in the UK Advanced Manufacturing Sector
9 Jul
The advanced manufacturing sector in the UK is at a pivotal point of transformation, driven by the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Technologies such as automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital innovations are revolutionising products and production...
WEAF Annual Expo 2024 Round Up
14 Mar
WEAF Annual Expo and Conference 2024 – ‘More with Less’WEAF kicked of it's annual expo and conference with an unforgettable networking meal at the lovely Eastwood Park Country House. The delegates took advantage of the opportunity to extend their stay, enjoying a...
Belgium Aerospace Networking Reception
7 Dec
Networking evening on Future Collaborations between the UK & EU Aerospace.Date: Thursday, 14th December 2023 Address: The Residence of the Ambassador of Belgium, 36 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8QB Agenda ...