Welcome to the leading trade association for aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing in the South West.

Find out how you can elevate your business via the buttons below.

Growth

Grow your business by learning about the National and Regional Support available to take your business to the next level.

Innovate

Innovate your business by learning about the National and Regional Projects, ATI and AGP, Skills, KTN and Catapult Centres.

Engagement

Engage your business with Local, Regional and National stakeholders to give your Aerospace or Defence business a voice.

Events

Drive your business to the next level by taking advantage of WEAF’s B2B Networking Events.

Join Us

Enhance your business by joining the South West’s Premium Aerospace, Defence and Advanced Manufacturing Network.

NEWS

Keep your business up to date with the latest Industry News, Member Stories and Events.

Export

Want to Export? Learn about the support available for South West companies.

NETWORK PORTAL

Explore the capabilities of the South West’s Aerospace, Defence and Advanced Manufacturing Sector using our innovative Network Portal digital tool.

Resources

Download tools and templates that support the aerospace and Defence industry.

Events

Find out about our upcoming networking events 

Get FREE Business Support

  • Are you a company operating within the Aerospace, Defence or Advanced Manufacturing sectors in Somerset or Dorset?
  • Join the Somerset Innovation Network business support programme delivered by WEAF expertise.

Business Support Partners:

  • Specialist Insurance services by Castlemead
  • Specialist HR support from the HR dept

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Why become a member?

Being part of the WEAF Community gives you all these benefits…

For over 20 years, WEAF has been a central hub for the Aerospace, Defence and Advanced Manufacturing communities. We’ve long been a platform for sharing industry information, networking, funding, connectivity and events, driving businesses forward across the board.

If you’re involved in Aerospace, Defence or Advanced Manufacturing in any capacity – from newly qualified, to experienced – you’re very welcome to join us.

NEWS

Stay up to date with all the latest news

Vericut software helps apprentices become industry ready

Vericut software helps apprentices become industry ready

Recent investment in Vericut verification, simulation and optimisation software is helping apprentices at Gloucestershire Engineering Training (G.E.T.) advance their skills in CNC machining to even higher levels of achievement. This progressive training...

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Chair Statement

Chair Statement

Over the 11 years I have played a role in the West of England Aerospace Forum, I have been in continual awe of the significance of our region economically. Businesses in aerospace, defence, security and space – as pillars of advanced manufacturing – generate £6.6...

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