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...
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Metrology Solutions from Bowers Group Boost Tenable Screw Company’s Manufacturing Excellence
13 Jan
Tenable Screw Company, a well-respected name in precision manufacturing subcontracting, has seen a significant boost in its operating standards with the help of Bowers Group's advanced measurement solutions, including the Baty R14 profile projector and Venture 2510...
Force Technologies Expands Team with Appointment of New Quality Engineer
13 Jan
Hungerford, West Berkshire, UK - 8th January 2025– Force Technologies Ltd, a leading specialist in semiconductor obsolescence solutions, is proud to announce the appointment of Eder Fortes as their new Quality Engineer. This strategic addition comes as the company...
Ontic gears up for further growth with appointment of new Global CFO
9 Jan
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
9 Jan
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
7 Jan
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
6 Jan
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
16 Dec
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...
The Testia UK training centre offers a special early bird discount for their NDT courses
12 Dec
It is never too early to plan your NDT courses for the new year! The Testia UK training centre in Bristol offers a special early bird discount for their NDT courses in January and February. Register now for a 10 % discount for course subscriptions before the end of...
Findings from the Cheltenham and Gloucester Cluster Meeting
10 Dec
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...
Elevating Excellence: South West Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing community celebrated
10 Dec
On 28th November in Bristol, leading UK aerospace and advanced manufacturing companies met to celebrate the skills, talent, and capabilities unique to the region at the West of England Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing Forum’s (WEAF) gala dinner and Making a...
Hailing A New Era – FAA’s Flight Plan for eVTOL & What Does This Mean for the UK?
4 Dec
On 22 October, the US’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released regulation for eVTOL aircraft flying in the US, titled “Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes - Final Rule”. ...