A new hybrid manufacturing method could boost capability in the UK and increase manufacturing efficiency for key aerospace components, which could in future be used by global manufacturers to produce aircraft. Shropshire-based SME, SDE Technology, a lightweight...
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Made Smarter and tech institutes partner to demystify digital transformation
10 Apr
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Defence Supplier Capability Development Programme
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WEAF Annual Expo 2024 Round Up
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20 MARCH 2024: ADS CABIN INTERIORS AND AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS EVENT AT THE NCC
5 Mar
ADS Aerospace Event: A joint Aircraft Interiors and Systems & Equipment SIG Event 20 March 2024 (10:00 – 15:00) National Composites Centre, Bristol We are delighted to invite members of the ADS Aircraft Interiors and the Systems and Equipment Special Interest...