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Blueshift introduces AeroZero FTBs to thermal protection systems portfolio

The flame and thermal barriers (FTB) solutions are ideal for protecting EV battery modules and aerospace components that see indirect and direct exposure to flames.

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Renegade Materials expands Miamisburg operations with facility acquisition

Beginning in 2027, the additional warehousing and administrative space will enhance Renegade’s capacity and functionality for aerospace programs.

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Defense

Lockheed Martin invests $50 million in Saildrone platform

Composites-intensive technology will advance the U.S. Navy’s unmanned surface vehicle (USV) capabilities.

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The Gill Corp. renews NADCAP composites accreditation 

NADCAP is globally recognized as a hallmark of quality, exemplifying the composite supplier’s commitment to meet requirements and industry specifications.

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International Composites Summit releases 2025 event program, launches Careers Connect feature

Now in its fifth year, the free-to-attend ICS Conference Forum taking place Dec. 2-3 in the U.K. offers a comprehensive lineup of industry keynotes, panels, discussions and a new industry talent platform.

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AZL Joint Partner Project to build holistic approach for TPC-driven pressure vessel design

Design, manufacturing processes and material configurations will be sought through three work packages over a 9-month period through the combined efforts of participating engineers and decision-makers.

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Thermoplastics

FibreCoat, Lofith Composites form partnership to test ultra-resilient TPC materials in space

TPC satellite panels made from FibreCoat’s energy-saving coated fibers and Lofith’s low-water impregnation process will spend around 12 months in space starting in 2026 to test their performance.

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Huber Advanced Materials increases prices for all product lines

Price increase for additives, suppressants, thermal management solutions, specialty aluminum oxides and other products effective Jan. 1, 2026, seeks to mitigate U.S. tariff-related impact.  

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Aerospace

X-59 supersonic aircraft makes first successful flight

Initial flying qualities and air data performance were verified during the X-59’s flight, which will be expanded over the coming months by Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works and NASA.

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Carbon Fibers

PHOEBUS project makes progress on CFRP liquid oxygen, hydrogen upper stage tanks

The ESA project has proven that linerless CFRP tanks for Ariane 6 rocket can handle the extreme temperatures of liquid H2 and O2, and are moving on to testing campaign for 2-meter and 3.5-meter tanks in 2026.

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