Member Benefits

Promoting Networking, Sharing Knowledge and Information

  • Regional and national networking events, including the WEAF Annual Conference and Annual Gala Dinner (insert link to events page)
  • Focussed regional topic events and training
  • Opportunity to exhibit at International Trade Shows with WEAF
  • Supply Chain Opportunity Events with major OEMs
  • Access to the WEAF cross sector digital iQluster platform and digital support

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Expert Industry Support

  • Senior Industry advice and support in understanding markets and opportunities.

 

National Strategy Understanding and Alignment

  • Sharing of national strategies for Aerospace and Defence.
  • Understanding government initiatives and opportunities.

 

Technology Development

  • Understanding of the national technology strategy.
  • Routes to support SME’s in developing technology.
  • As a NATEP technology, WEAF can provide SME’s with the opportunity for funding to support technology development. (Link to projects page)
  • Guidance on funding support.

 

Business Services

WEAF are developing a range of business services to benefit our members.

  • WEAF Digital iQluster platform and digital support
  • R&D Tax Credits
  • Healthcare
  • HR
  • Insurance
  • Legal Advice
  • Marketing
  • Export

 

WEAF Professional Partners

castlemead

Castlemead Insurance

Castlemead Insurance specialises in commercial insurance, professional indemnity insurance and risk management insurance.

With a wealth of expertise in the aerospace and advanced engineering sectors, it can provide the precise level of cover necessary at a competitive rate.

www.castlemead.com

 

 

The HR Dept 

The HR Dept provides businesses with tailored and personal outsourced HR services at the fraction of the cost of having an in-house team; they understand the challenges of managing people’s problems whilst growing your business.

www.hrdept.co.uk 

Resources

News and Posts

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, 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...

DBT Space Technology Supplier Showcase, 10-13 February 2025, Florida

The Department for Business & Trade is pleased to follow-up the original announcement regarding the planned trade mission to the Cape Canaveral region of Florida, 10-13 February 2025, timed to coincide with Aerospace Defence Americas ‘Space Track’ day supported by...

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Being part of the WEAF community means becoming part of one of the largest aerospace, defence and advanced engineering clusters in Europe.

Joining WEAF will bring you exclusive and valuable benefits in all areas of this fast growing industry.