WEAF Membership

BECOME A WEAF MEMBER AND GET FULL ACCESS TO EXCLUSIVE AND VALUABLE INFORMATION, PLUS GREATER NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES.

As a membership organisation, WEAF is fully aware that our value is measured by what we deliver and achieve for our members. To this end, we are committed to exploring new ideas and finding new clusters/collaborations that offer even more value to your membership.​

Watch the video below to discover all the benefits of being a WEAF member…

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Being part of the WEAF community means becoming part of one of the largest aerospace, defence and advanced engineering clusters in Europe. Joining us will bring exclusive and valuable benefits in all areas of this fast growing industry.

WEAF Membership provides greater networking opportunities, deeper knowledge of the latest industry news and practises, as well as support in marketing your company on a wider scale. It also offers savings on many industry events and exhibitions, providing exposure to potential new customers and suppliers.

WEAF Membership

Our members benefit from growth opportunities, access to a network of fellow aerospace and advanced engineering specialists, practical and compelling content at their fingertips, and unmatched benefits to assist their development. There’s no better way to gain leadership experience, network with others in the industry, and build skills that are critical to professional growth than by joining WEAF.

WEAF Member benefits to enable success

NETWORK PORTAL

An intelligent B2B networking platform that promotes and develops supply chain collaboration and securely captures intelligence so that organisations can increase network competitiveness and win new business.

EVENTS

Learn, share experiences and connect with fellow aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturers at regional and national events such as conferences, workshops, dinners, expo’s, seminars and webinars. Plus get:

  • Event discounts
  • WEAF Expo sponsorship*
  • WEAF Expo tickets*
  • Access to speaker slides/documents
  • Free member only events

NETWORKING

Strengthen or foster new B2B relationships through building long-term rapport and a good reputation though events and collaboration. Plus get access to:

  • Intimate networking events (in-person and virtual)
  • 1-on-1 meetings for members to meet and get to know each other
  • Regional and National events

NEWS

Our popular Newsflash and newsletters are vital to the success of any business.

We share articles, latest business news, jobs, events, new products and services and much more.

Submission is free to all members and we urge you to share your capabilities and news with all WEAF members.

MARKETING

 

  • Blog posts
  • Newsletter feature
  • Social Feature
  • Showcase your services/capabilities
  • Job board
  • Submit press releases for sharing on website, email & social
  • Membership logo to show on website

DIGITAL ASSESSMENT

 

  • Personalised digital priorities
  • Your guide to what is required
  • Benchmarking
  • Progress heat map
  • PDF with your all priorities clearly marked

RESOURCES

 

  • Access to valuable resources, courses, and publications
  • Discover the correct routes into a supply chain
  • How to increase your ability to win new business

BUSINESS SERVICES

 

  • R&D Tax Credits
  • Healthcare
  • HR
  • Specialist Insurance
  • Legal Advice
  • Marketing
  • Training
  • Export

FUNDING

The WEAF network can assist member companies in identifying business support programs and funding which can help support business growth and productivity.

SUPPLY CHAIN

Would you like an introduction to a specific buyer? We can put members in touch with the person that manages the sourcing, delivery and supply of a particular product.

SUSTAINABILITY

Increasing long-term sustainability through innovation is key to the development of the aerospace, defence and advanced engineering sectors.

EXPERT KNOWLEDGE

Get essential information to help you manage and grow your business, with resources, guides and articles written by WEAF’s research team, based on real business queries. Plus get senior industry advice and support in understanding the market and the best opportunities for your business.

Would you like to become a WEAF member?

Get full access to our exclusive Network Portal, regional and national events, plus greater networking opportunities.

Joining WEAF means becoming part of one of the largest aerospace, defence and advanced engineering clusters in Europe and will bring you exclusive and valuable benefits in all areas of this fast growing industry.

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Would you like to become a WEAF member?

 

As a WEAF member you will get full access to exclusive and valuable information, plus greater networking opportunities.

Being part of the WEAF community means becoming part of one of the largest aerospace, defence and advanced engineering clusters in Europe.

Joining WEAF will bring you exclusive and valuable benefits in all areas of this fast growing industry.