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Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 3 Round Up

Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 3 Round Up

Another successful day for the WEAF team and exhibitors on day three of the Farnborough International Air Show! WEAF continues to grow its relationship with new members Boeing UK Defence by supporting introductory meetings with the Boeing UK Defence supply chain,...

Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 2 Round Up

Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 2 Round Up

Tuesday was another bustling and successful day for the WEAF Team and exhibitors, highlighting the strength of the South West's network and supply chain. The team was supported by the expertise of supply chain specialists Phil Curnock and Ian Davies. From the opening...

Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 1 Round Up

Farnborough Air Show 2024 – Day 1 Round Up

It was great to finally be back at the Farnborough Air Show again! The WEAF stand and exhibitor's pods looked great, doing a brilliant job of showcasing the South West's capabilities, members network & exhibitors.         The WEAF Team...

Aerospace Manufacturing Feature: The south-west is best

Aerospace Manufacturing Feature: The south-west is best

West of England Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Forum (WEAF) and its member companies are all set to showcase their combined wealth of aerospace excellence at the Farnborough International Airshow. WEAF is set to showcase the best of aerospace design,...

ONTIC PROUDLY SIGNS ARMED FORCES COVENANT

ONTIC PROUDLY SIGNS ARMED FORCES COVENANT

Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineered parts for the global aerospace and defence industries, has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support the Armed Forces Community with service-friendly policies and recruitment. In signing this...

WEAF Blog: Digitalisation in the UK Advanced Manufacturing Sector 

WEAF Blog: Digitalisation in the UK Advanced Manufacturing Sector 

The advanced manufacturing sector in the UK is at a pivotal point of transformation, driven by the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Technologies such as automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital innovations are revolutionising products and production...

WEAF Annual Expo 2024 Round Up

WEAF Annual Expo 2024 Round Up

WEAF Annual Expo and Conference 2024 – ‘More with Less’WEAF kicked of it's annual expo and conference with an unforgettable networking meal at the lovely Eastwood Park Country House. The delegates took advantage of the opportunity to extend their stay, enjoying a...

Belgium Aerospace Networking Reception

Belgium Aerospace Networking Reception

Networking evening on Future Collaborations between the UK & EU Aerospace.Date: Thursday, 14th December 2023 Address: The Residence of the Ambassador of Belgium, 36 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8QB Agenda                ...

How to fund aerospace innovation

How to fund aerospace innovation

Funding aerospace innovation can be a complex and costly endeavour, but it's essential for driving progress in the industry. Whether you are an aerospace SME, start-up, researcher, or enterprise, looking to invest in aerospace innovation, here are some strategies to...

Harnessing UK Innovation in Aerospace and Defence

Harnessing UK Innovation in Aerospace and Defence

The UK aerospace and defence sector is recognised as a world leader in innovation, second only to the US, but has the turbulent environment of 2020 changed this?The A&D sector has a strong reputation for cutting-edge technology, innovation, research and...