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Understanding the Defence Industrial Strategy’s Statement of Intent

Understanding the Defence Industrial Strategy’s Statement of Intent

Understanding the Defence Industrial Strategy’s Statement of Intent: Defence capabilities to drive economic and regional growth UK Government releases Statement of Intent for Defence Industrial Strategy with request for feedback from wider industry needed by Friday...

Ontic gears up for further growth with appointment of new Global CFO

Ontic gears up for further growth with appointment of new Global CFO

Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineered parts for the global aerospace and defense industries, has appointed Gareth Parkin as Global Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Parkin will assume full responsibility as CFO on February 14, 2025, following a...

Leonardo releases nine-month 2024 results

Leonardo releases nine-month 2024 results

On 7 November, Leonardo announced its nine-month results for 2024, notifying the market of revenues amounting to €12,076 million an increased revenue - when compared with the first nine months of 2023 - which covers the majority of Leonardo business sectors but...

WEAF in 2024

WEAF in 2024

A year marked by the election of new governments, global unrest, and volatile weather.  2024 has also been a busy year for the WEAF team navigating the opportunities and challenges within the Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing sectors through networking,...

Monthly Member’s Spotlight: Achieving the Difference

Monthly Member’s Spotlight: Achieving the Difference

    We’re delighted to announce that this month’s Member spotlight goes to Achieving the Difference   Achieving the Difference supports organisations in making strategic decisions with confidence using a proven approach, commitment to a future based on powerful...

Growth Sector Series: Future Supply Chain

Growth Sector Series: Future Supply Chain

Currently there is a geopolitical scenario that impacts the global supply chain through the shortage of raw materials, conflicts, and the aftermath of Covid-19, companies also need to contend with the skills shortage, sustainability measures, and technological...

Findings from the Cheltenham and Gloucester Cluster Meeting

Findings from the Cheltenham and Gloucester Cluster Meeting

The recent Cheltenham and Gloucester Cluster Meeting provided a valuable opportunity for attendees to engage in discussions around recruitment and retention challenges. The event was widely regarded as both beneficial and important, with attendees offering some useful...