by Emily Dimery | May 15, 2025 | Industry, Aerospace, Defence
In early May, ballot papers shaped the political landscape of the South West as voters cast their ballots. From Wiltshire to Cornwall, five local government elections unfolded, with Reform UK gaining traction and securing 66 councillors across the region. Labour,...
by Emily Dimery | May 15, 2025 | Defence, Industry, Technology, Aerospace
Vertical recently announced our hybrid-electric VX4 VTOL program — a new variant of our aircraft designed for missions that demand more range, payload, and resilience. Built on our all-electric VX4 and powered by Vertical’s world-class battery technology, the hybrid...
by Emily Dimery | May 14, 2025 | Aerospace, Defence, HR & Legal, Industry, Skills
Are you an SME in the engineering sector looking to grow your team with fresh talent? Through the recent WEAF cluster meetings, workplace recruitment and retention has been a hot topic and employment of the right people is a common challenge among the WEAF...
by Emily Dimery | May 14, 2025 | Industry, Technology, Aerospace, Defence
Original article published here: Defence Innovation Loans open to UK SMEs – ADS Advance The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) supported by Innovate UK Loans Ltd (Innovate UK) are working together to offer Defence Innovation Loans aimed at SMEs. This...
by Emily Dimery | May 14, 2025 | Member, Aerospace, Defence, Industry
Please, we need you help and views. Why are we asking for your help? Help influence HM Government’s new Industrial Strategy for aerospace & defence. WEAF, in partnership with the Aerospace Growth Partnership (AGP), is gathering real insights from UK...