The West of England Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Forum's Annual Gala Dinner unfolded on November 30th, 2023, at the grand Sansovino Hall within the Bristol Harbour Hotel. Drawing in approximately 200 members from the southwest Aerospace and Defence industry,...
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How to fund aerospace innovation
26 Sep
Funding aerospace innovation can be a complex and costly endeavour, but it's essential for driving progress in the industry. Whether you are an aerospace SME, start-up, researcher, or enterprise, looking to invest in aerospace innovation, here are some strategies to...
Harnessing UK Innovation in Aerospace and Defence
18 Sep
The UK aerospace and defence sector is recognised as a world leader in innovation, second only to the US, but has the turbulent environment of 2020 changed this?The A&D sector has a strong reputation for cutting-edge technology, innovation, research and...
iCOMAT and CGTech push new frontiers in composite part manufacture
7 Sep
The third Hydrogen Strategy Update to the Market sets out the government’s continuing focus on delivery. It recaps the hydrogen announcements and forward look in the Powering Up Britain plan, the new Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s manifesto for the future.
Hydrogen Strategy Update: August 2023
4 Sep
The third Hydrogen Strategy Update to the Market sets out the government’s continuing focus on delivery. It recaps the hydrogen announcements and forward look in the Powering Up Britain plan, the new Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s manifesto for the future.
Norco Winfrith completes 3-year AS9100 certification cycle
14 Aug
WEAF Member, Norco Winfrith completes 3-year AS9100 certification cycle Norco’s Winfrith facility proudly marks an important milestone – the successful completion of its first three-year AS9100 Certification cycle. AS9100 Certification is a widely accepted and...
MCS are exhibiting at DSEI
3 Aug
Come meet the MCS team at DSEI! MCS are exhibiting at DSEI; reach out in advance & book some time to come say hello & meet the team on Stand H2-509. If you need a free ticket to visit DSEI please do get in touch; MCS have some codes available but they expire...
Ontic Appoints Kairat Asenei as VP of Revenue Management
2 Aug
Ontic's new VP of Revenue Management Ontic, the leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineered parts for the global aerospace and defence industries, announces the appointment of Kairat Asenei as its new VP of Revenue Management. Kairat will be responsible...
MRPeasy Delivers First AI Tool to Small Manufacturers
1 Aug
MRPeasy Manufacturing ERP Delivers First AI Tool to Small Manufacturers MRPeasy, the ERP software provider for small manufacturers, becomes the first of its calibre to introduce an AI tool to its users. The innovative AI-powered chatbot promises to significantly...
Airbus reports Half-Year (H1) 2023 results
27 Jul
Airbus reports Half-Year (H1) 2023 results 316 commercial aircraft delivered in H1 2023 Revenues € 27.7 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 2.6 billion EBIT (reported) € 1.9 billion; EPS (reported) € 1.94 Free cash flow before M&A and customer financing € 1.6 billion...
WEAF Announces Gala Dinner Charity
25 Jul
WEAF is pleased to announce its Gala Dinner charity; 'Flying Scholarships for Disabled People'. This year’s WEAF Gala Dinner, to held on the 30th November in Bristol, will see the South West's Aerospace, Defence and Advanced Manufacturing community donate to help make...
WEAF Golf Day 2023
24 Jul
WEAF Golf Day 2023 - Clevedon Golf Club Swinging clubs on a picturesque course, breathing in fresh air, and reconnecting with the great outdoors. Golf is more than just a game though. It's an opportunity to network, benefit from on-course branding and build...