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CompositesWorld explores the world of fiber-reinforced composites technology. Our coverage digs into what's new and trending in composites design, tooling, materials and fabrication, and we share the stories of how these materials and processes come together in real-world applications for end markets like aerospace, automotive, marine and wind energy.

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Thermoplastics

Ensinger double belt press installation expands thermoplastics production

Equipment investment will enable the plastics processor to mass produce fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites continuously, as well as adapt to specific needs.

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Eve names suppliers for eVTOL windows, doors and fuselage

Long-term supply agreements include KRD for windows, Latecoere for the aircraft’s doors, as well as Rallc and Alltec supplying composites expertise for fuselage development.

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Midnight production aircraft completes full transition flight

This is Archer’s second full-scale eVTOL aircraft to achieve this milestone, critical to being able to carry commercially viable passenger payloads.

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Superior Huntingdon Composites is sold to Liberty Lane Partners

Independent manufacturer of branded fiberglass composite reinforcements and veils is acquired by New Hampshire private equity firm, preparing the company for significant growth.

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Automotive

Sigmatex achieves IATF 16949 certification

ISO specification endorses the company’s rigorous automotive quality system standards, for which it supplies carbon fiber textile products.

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Recycling

Thermolysis launches RCF brand supporting recycled carbon fiber product development

Taiwan-based company offers rCF product design and development with significant CO2 emission reductions and certified material traceability.   

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Pressure Vessels

Siemens Energy hints at 21-MW wind turbine development

Several new sources say that Siemens has told customers its largest wind turbine yet may be introduced by the end of the decade.

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Wind/Energy

Honda begins production of 2025 CR-V e:FCEV with Type 4 hydrogen tanks in U.S.

Model includes new technologies produced at Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Marysville, Ohio, which is part of Honda hydrogen business strategy that includes Class 8 trucks.

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Marine

REGENT progresses seaglider prototype development, prepares for crewed testing

All-electric composites-intensive maritime craft will enhance coastal transportation capabilities by mid-decade.

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Defense

Airbus presents unmanned Wingman concept

Fighter jet model unveiled at ILA Berlin, made from an iron structure and composite outer skin, will deliver more tactical options, supporting future combat missions.

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