Composites UK - Trade Association

🎨 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 🎨 Design innovation sits at the heart of composites development – enabling lighter, stronger, and more efficient structures. We’re delighted to announce the finalists for the Innovation in 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝: 🟢 Composite Braiding Ltd  🟢 HRC 👏 Congratulations to all shortlisted organisations for driving real impact towards a more sustainable future. See the full list of categories & finalists here: https://lnkd.in/e9PGDS2u 🏆 Winners will be revealed on 29th October at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham. 📢 Book your place now to join us in celebrating innovation and sustainability in the UK composites sector 👥 For full table bookings: https://lnkd.in/erVCaCts 👤 For individual seat bookings: https://lnkd.in/ef42URWb #CompositesUK #CUKAwards2025 #Innovation #CompositesManufacturing #AdvancedEngineering

🚀 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞-𝐔𝐩 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 – 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 2 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 2025! We are thrilled to announce two leading experts who will be presenting in Session 2 at this year’s TPC event: 🎤 Gerry Boyce, Director – Hive Composites Ltd Presentation: Development of high performance, recyclable thermoplastic composite materials based on polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) 🎤 Chris Worrall, Technology Fellow - TWI Presentation: Making the next generation RTR pipe connections a reality 📅 18th November 2025 📍 ENGEL (UK) Ltd, Leamington Spa Organised in partnership with the British Plastics Federation (BPF), and generously hosted and sponsored by ENGEL UK, Thermoplastic Composites 2025 brings together innovators, manufacturers, and industry leaders to explore the latest in thermoplastic composites. This one-day technical conference will cover: ✅ Lightweighting strategies to reduce emissions and fuel use ✅ Recycling and reuse of thermoplastic composites ✅ Cost-effective processing and automation technologies ✅ Innovations in materials and hybrid solutions ✅ End-of-life management and circular economy models ✅ Case studies from automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications Whether you’re a materials scientist, OEM, design engineer, or sustainability lead, this is your opportunity to connect, learn, and lead in the fast-evolving UK composites market. 🔗 Don’t miss out – Register Now: https://lnkd.in/eZPnKtCY 👉 More information: https://lnkd.in/ebjrX3Yz #ThermoplasticComposites #CompositesUK #Sustainability #ManufacturingInnovation #BPF #ENGELUK #MaterialsScience #CircularEconomy

🧪 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 🧪 Pioneering new materials is key to unlocking performance, sustainability, and efficiency in the composites sector. Finalists for the Innovation in Composite Materials Award, 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 Zund UK, are: • BindEthics Ltd. • Brunel Composites Centre (BCC) (HyPStore Project) • Hexcel • PRF Composite Materials 👏 Congratulations to our shortlisted finalists for shaping the future of composites materials! See the full list of categories & finalists here: https://lnkd.in/e9PGDS2u 🏆 The winner will be revealed on 29th October at the Composites UK Awards Dinner, held at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham. 📢 Book your place now to join us in celebrating innovation and sustainability in the UK composites sector 👥 For full table bookings: https://lnkd.in/erVCaCts 👤 For individual seat bookings: https://lnkd.in/ef42URWb #CompositesUK #CUKAwards2025 #Innovation #CompositeMaterials #AdvancedEngineering

Another exciting day at the Composites UK parliamentary reception in Westminster yesterday, posing our industry’s asks of HM Government. Sponsored by Baggy Shanker MP we saw 60 representatives from UK composites and enjoyed the fabulous terrace pavilion - and it stayed dry too! 👏🏽 Well done to the team at Composites UK - Trade Association for arranging seamlessly yet again. #engagement #lobbying #policy #takeyourniecetoworkday Longworth - Sustainable Recycling Technology

See you there ! I’m speaking at Advanced Engineering 2025 and I’d love for you to join me! Come along to my session but also take the chance to explore everything the show has to offer. Get hands-on tech, inspiring talks, and opportunities to connect with people shaping the future of manufacturing. Can’t wait to see you there! Learn more and accept my invite: https://lnkd.in/e6J5vAt3 #AEUK25 #Poweringthepossible

Sustainability and growth were the key words and message to government yesterday

Our fantastic board have held our Q3 board meeting to discuss and plan the coming 12 months along with some exciting new developments for the future of our association and its membership. Many thanks to High Value Manufacturing Catapult for hosting at their London HQ and to all our board for donating their time and energy throughout another successful and eventful quarter.

⭐ Celebrating our Highly Commended candidates in the Outstanding Contribution to the Composites Industry Category ⭐ Today we are celebrating the two candidates that came highly commended by judges in the 2025 Outstanding Contribution to the Composites Industry Award category. Grace Atkinson, Head of Strategy at ATLAS Composite Technologies is celebrated for reshaping company culture, driving people-focused initiatives, and mentoring future leaders, Grace has transformed Atlas with her vision and commitment to employee well-being and growth. Sam Turner, CEO of the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre is recognised for his leadership in building world-class innovation ecosystems across the UK and accelerating advanced composites adoption. Congratulations to both Grace and Sam - we look forward to celebrating with you both at our Awards Dinner on the 29th October.

Our 2025 Parliamentary Reception is underway! Composite materials are shaping the future of British manufacturing and sustainability. To ensure continued growth and global leadership, the industry, with strong Government partnership, seeks to: 🌍 Reduce energy costs ⚖️ Balance innovation and growth 💱 Promote trade and harmonisation 🔗 Strengthen security and supply chains 🧐 Invest in skills Many thanks to Baggy Shanker MP for hosting us today at the House of Commons, and to Jacqueline Castle, ATI, for the keynote speech.

Welcome to National T Levels Celebration Week! Let's shine a spotlight on T Level success and the benefits #TLevels bring to businesses and young people. Join in the celebrations by sharing your T Level success stories using #TLevelsWeek and remember to tag us in. To find out more about T Levels and how to host a T Level student on industry placement at your business, visit: https://ow.ly/aRQ550WYE1P