Composites 4.0
Multiyear Airbus Supply Agreement Continues Syensqo Materials Backing
The contract covers composites and adhesives that will support Airbus’ commercial aircraft, defense and space, and helicopter programs.
Read MoreVitrimer Chemistry Brings Reversability to Thermoset Resins
CAMX 2026: Techstorm’s patent-pending vitrimer resin platform is designed to recycle at temperatures as low as 80°C, targeting full recyclability for wind turbine blades.
Read MoreSonaca to Build Out Phantom 3500 Program’s 20-Meter Laminar Flow Wing
Otto Aerospace’s composite business jet prototype’s wings, fixed leading edges and empennage will be supported by Sonaca Group aerospace expertise.
Read MoreEmbraer, Strata Sign MOU for E2 Jet Composite Aerostructures
Partners plan to evaluate the supply of advanced composite aerostructures for the E2 family of commercial jets, with potential future opportunity in other Embraer aircraft programs.
Read MoreNational Composites Week Returns With "Built to Scale" Theme
National Composites Week, running Aug. 24-28, 2026, is themed "Composites are built to scale," tying the celebration to the automation and thermoplastic processing trends scaling composite part production industrywide.
Read MoreDefense Production Bottlenecks Likely Start With Materials, Not Assembly
SNAPSHOT: In an article on the subject, Lincoln Composite Materials contends that suppliers, not only prime contractors, determine how quickly U.S. defense production can scale.
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CompSTLar Project Achieves Lab-Scale, Graphene-Enhanced Carbon Fiber UD Tape
SNAPSHOT: Partner Aimplas successfully manufactured continuous unidirectional carbon fiber tapes incorporating graphene/CNTs-doped LMPAEK matrix, targeting multifunctional TPC with improved electrical conductivity and laser susceptibility.
Read MorePeople in Composites: July 2026
Developments in the composites industry include new people announcements by Hexcel and ACMA, Cevotec, Gurit, Hybrid Air Vehicles, Toray Advanced Composites, Umoe, Pilatus Aircraft and Carbitex.
Read MoreAI Control Enables Faster, More Even Infrared Heating for Complex TPC Parts
KraussMaffei develops high-resolution, smart heating for load-optimized tailored organosheets and blanks, enabling consistent high-rate production of complex thermoplastic composite and overmolded parts.
Read MoreSoftware Platform Automates RTM, SQRTM Process Control
CAMX 2026: Radius Engineering’s Insights platform automates vacuum leak checks, cure holds and resin degassing verification across workcells and injection systems.
Read MoreExtramet Publishes Carbide Density, RFQ Reference for Abrasive Composites Tooling
Public resource helps composites fabricators estimate carbide weight, compare grade-dependent density and prepare clearer requests for tooling, blanks and wear components.
Read MoreBrazed Diamond Bonding Advances Composite Machining Durability
CAMX 2026: Abrasive Technology's P.B.S. Braze tooling targets pull-out and fiber fraying common in CFRP, graphite, fiberglass and other nonmetallic materials.
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Nlcomp Opens RFactory, With Sustainable Composites and Maritime Projects in the Works
The 2019 startup’s first production facility is already in operation to meet its ambitious project pipeline, including Offshore 34 fit-out, rComposite sails manufacture and other R&D activities.
Read MoreSPE ACCE 2026 Announces Fourth Keynote on Future of Mobility
Justine Johnson, Michigan's chief mobility officer, will head one of SPE ACCE 2026’s keynotes, sharing how the state is leading transportation through electrification, advanced mobility and workforce development.
Read MoreTeijin Develops CFRP Thermoset With Self-Healing, Recyclability Functionalities
Long fiber CFRP thermoset has shown the ability to repair at specified temperatures and can be reclaimed via chemical decomposition processes.
Read MoreAutonomous Heavy-Lift Platform Launch Pairs With Composites Manufacturing Expansion
Tekever launches the AR6 heavy-lift drone family and expands composites manufacturing partnership with iCOMAT to support AR5 production in the U.K.
Read MoreCevotec Examines AFP, FPP Fit for Complex Aerostructure Geometries
SNAPSHOT: Cevotec outlines where fiber patch placement (FPP)-enabled robotic lamination may address automation challenges that arise with conventional AFP on tight radii, double-curved surfaces and multi-material sandwich layups.
Read MoreAutomating Layer Preparation in Composite Tooling Workflows
Rule-based add-in for CAM workflow automates sliced layer preparation for CNC-machined molds, cutting 10 seconds per layer to 10 seconds per mold for scalable, high-volume custom tooling production.
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University Research Center Bridges Composites Discovery and Manufacturing
CAMX 2026: The University of Delaware's Center for Composite Materials has worked with industry, government and academic partners since 1974 to move composite materials research toward manufacturing readiness.
Read MoreAerospace- and Defense-Grade Carbon Fiber Composites Are Engineered for High Rate
CAMX 2026: Teijin Carbon highlights rapid-cure prepregs, resin infusion systems and thermoplastic composites (TPC) built for high-rate aerospace and defense manufacturing.
Read MoreCVD, PVD Coatings Reduce Abrasive Wear on Cutting Tools for Composites
CAMX 2026: Oerlikon offers Baldia diamond coatings designed to extend tool life, minimize delamination and support tight tolerances in high-volume composite machining.
Read MoreComposites Germany 27th Market Survey Indicates Rise in Positive Industry Sentiment
Respondents report improved business confidence and increased investment plans, even as European production volumes keep declining.
Read MoreAdditional 50% Tariffs Are Announced on Some Canadian Imports
New U.S. tariffs, onshoring initiatives and trade deals are reshaping materials supply chains.
Read MoreNorsepower Advances Rotor Sail Validation, R&D and China Partnerships
Composite wind propulsion equipment supplier reports progress on measurement validation, a Sea-Cargo retrofit and deepening manufacturing cooperation with Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry Equipment.
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