Defence

RNAS Culdrose Industry Event in June

RNAS Culdrose Industry Event in June

RNAS Culdrose will be holding an Industry Event (pm) and an evening Station Reception on the 12 June 2025, the day will be broken down into two distinct events, although there will be an open invitation to those attending the afternoon to attend the evening event. ...

Spring in the Defence Step

Spring in the Defence Step

On 26th March, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves MP delivered HM Government’s Spring Statement. The statement acts as an economical bellwether on performance in conjunction with forecast delivery from the Office of Budget Responsibility (OBR).  HM Government...

Growth Sector Series: Innovation Overview in the South West

Growth Sector Series: Innovation Overview in the South West

The South West is a powerhouse of innovation, fuelling the UK’s next generation of industrial capabilities. With a thriving aerospace ecosystem that spans sustainable technologies, uncrewed systems, eVTOL, and cutting-edge aircraft, this region is at the forefront of...

Needles and Pins Aerospace Nominated for MOD Quality Award 2024

Needles and Pins Aerospace Nominated for MOD Quality Award 2024

Needles and Pins Aerospace, a minority-owned SME, has demonstrated significant improvements and tangible benefits through strategic innovation, continuous learning, and adherence to best practices. The primary purpose of Needles and Pins Aerospace is to excel in the...

New DASA Themed Competition – PYRAMID

New DASA Themed Competition – PYRAMID

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) is pleased to launch a new Themed Competition called PYRAMID for avionics and mission systems. Run on behalf of Air Command – Rapid Capabilities Office, this competition seeks proposals that can develop new, or adapt...

Growth Sector Series: Skills Overview in the South West

Growth Sector Series: Skills Overview in the South West

The skills shortage challenge facing the aerospace and advanced manufacturing sectors is ubiquitous throughout the UK, Europe, and the US. The Covid-19 pandemic catalysed an era of early retirements. When this is combined with ongoing retention challenges and...

Growth Sector Series: Defence Overview in the South West

Growth Sector Series: Defence Overview in the South West

The South West region is home to the UK’s largest aerospace cluster, featuring an extensive range of industries, capabilities, facilities and skills, and remains the second largest in Europe.   Invest Bristol + Bath highlights that the aerospace and advanced...

ATI Hub – Upcoming Events

ATI Hub – Upcoming Events

The ATI Hub is a space for innovators to connect, access expertise and collaborate. The ATI Hub offers remote and in-person events plus access to online resources. You can connect with organisations and build knowledge. Download the upcoming events here: ATI Hub...

Gala Dinner Charity: The Water Lily Project  

Gala Dinner Charity: The Water Lily Project  

The Water Lily Project   The headline sponsor of WEAF’s Annual Gala Dinner & Awards 2024, Beagle Aircraft, has chosen to support the Water Lily Project – a percentage of ticket sales will be donated to this worthy charity.   The Water Lily Project is a Christian...