Aerospace Manufacturing

Midlands space innovation recognised at Farnborough Airshow

The achievements of eight innovative projects that are pivoting Midlands manufacturers into the high-growth space industry as part of a £1 million R&D programme were recognised at Farnborough Airshow.

29th July 2024

Robot gives a polished performance

Peter Knight, technology manager at Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) describes how a grant from the MAA/University of Nottingham Aerospace UP programme has helped Zeeko develop a robotic freeform polishing system targeted specifically at aerospace applications.

9th July 2024

The MAA manifesto launched

Sixty representatives from across the MAA Board and its three expert working groups met on 1st May 2024 to establish 20 practical ways government can get behind the 1,000+ high-technology aerospace supply chain companies in the UK.

20th June 2024

Pioneering project to unlock potential of drones in towns and cities

The use of commercial drones in the urban environment has the potential to create enormous value to the UK economy, reduce carbon emissions, create jobs and save costs.

27th March 2024

Readying the aerospace supply chain to achieve net zero by 2050

With major aircraft and aero engine manufacturers making big commitments around achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, a new study is being launched to plan how supply chain companies in one of the largest aerospace clusters in the world could achieve these ambitious targets.

14th February 2024

Composite test sample dream machine

Peter Knight, technology manager at Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) describes how a grant from the MAA Aerospace UP programme has helped specialist machine provider, CNR Services realise a long-held dream to improve composite test sample manufacture.

20th February 2024

International Innovation Review: Making an impression in aircraft seating

Midlands Aerospace Alliance’s technology manager, Peter Knight featured in our October issue to discuss how grants from its Aerospace UP and PIVOT programmes helped precision aluminium forming company, Impression Technologies transfer its Hot Form Quench (HFQ) technology from automotive into aerospace.

6th December 2023

Making an impression in aircraft seating

Peter Knight, technology manager of the Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) describes how grants from the MAA’s Aerospace UP and PIVOT programmes have helped precision aluminium forming company, Impression Technologies transfer its Hot Form Quench (HFQ) technology from automotive into aerospace.

17th October 2023

A parade of aerospace innovation

The Paris International Airshow, held this year from June 19-25, always provides a diverse selection of companies within the global aerospace industry. Aerospace Manufacturing looks at what some of the exhibitors will be offering at the event.

14th June 2023

Robots: armed and dexterous!

Midlands Aerospace Alliance’s technology manager Peter Knight, describes how an Aerospace UP programme grant has helped precision engineering company, CBE+ take a fresh look at the electroless nickel plating process.

14th June 2023

Fast track grants to create a runway for new technologies at Farnborough Airshow

Innovation grants of up to £100,000 and expert support packages are available for Midlands-based aerospace SMEs, or companies seeking to enter sector, with an idea for a new technology, a solution to make flying greener, to enhance productivity or improve delivery.

13th July 2022

Expert support set to give SMEs vital advantage as aerospace regrows

A great range of new expert support packages have been announced for aerospace SMEs, or companies wishing to enter the sector, as part of the £20m Aerospace UP programme.

8th April 2022

Millions awarded to support aerospace upturn

Grant funding worth over £2 million has been awarded so far to Midlands-based aerospace SMEs, or companies seeking to diversify into the sector, as part of the Aerospace Unlocking Potential (UP) programme which has been working at pace to support the upturn of aerospace in the region.

11th January 2022

New support programme offers Midlands SMEs grants worth up to £100K

The University of Nottingham and the Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) are delivering the Aerospace Unlocking Potential (Aerospace UP) programme, providing support to the aerospace supply chain in the Midlands region.

8th December 2020

MAA unveils five-point plan for the aerospace supply chain

As the Farnborough International Airshow goes virtual this week, amid the pandemic, most of the aircraft that would normally fly delegates in from all over the world are on the ground, waiting until it is safe for wide-spread travel again.

20th July 2020

Preparing for the way ahead

In a Q&A session, Midlands Aerospace Alliance chief executive, Dr Andrew Mair examines the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on both the Cluster and the region, and predicts an uncertain future for the UK aerospace industry.

26th June 2020

A perfect platform for Paris!

The Paris Airshow provides a perfect platform for the buoyant Midlands aerospace sector according to Midlands Aerospace Alliance chief executive, Andrew Mair.

7th June 2019

Midlands Aerospace Alliance joins Make UK

Midlands Aerospace Alliance, which supports the aerospace sector across the Midlands, has signed up as an affiliate partner of Make UK.

10th April 2019

Birmingham plays host to global aerospace industry

Representatives from the world’s aerospace industry landed in the Midlands last week for a three-day event to debate the sector’s future direction.

29th March 2019

Global aerospace sector visits the UK to debate future direction

Just days before the UK is due to exit the EU, aerospace representatives from around the world will gather at the Aerospace Forum Birmingham to discuss how the supply chain should react to the challenges ahead.

14th March 2019

Let’s all get our heads together

Over the course of three days this March, attendees to the Aerospace Forum Birmingham (AFB), international B2B forum and conference for aerospace systems, can expect to feel the full force of what the global aerospace industry has on offer.

18th February 2019

MAA networking dinner celebrates Midlands Engine success

The Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) entertained 135 guests at its second annual networking dinner.

23rd October 2018

MAA releases 2018 member company annual survey

The results of the latest Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) annual survey of member companies have revealed that business turnover for the Midlands aerospace industry is continuing to grow – in more than one area.

12th July 2018

Core competence gets additive

Modern gas turbine blades rely on intricate internal air cooling passageways to keep them from melting during service. With support from NATEP, Gardner Blade has turned to additive layer manufacture to improve the way these passageways are created. Aerospace Manufacturing reports.

6th April 2018

MAA conference urges supply chain to look beyond borders

The Midlands Aerospace Alliance’s (MAA) 6th annual conference brought together key decision makers and influencers from the aerospace sector and 150 supply chain representatives.

16th March 2018

AE Aerospace MD joins board of Midlands Aerospace Alliance

Peter Bruch, managing director of Birmingham-based manufacturer AE Aerospace, has been awarded a directorship by the Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA).

8th March 2018

Midlands Aerospace Alliance gears up for its annual conference

How UK manufacturing is coping with current economic uncertainties, and the best ways aerospace suppliers can prepare for Brexit will be top of the agenda at this year's MAA Conference.

5th March 2018

Abrasion by equation

As new mid-range engine programmes roll out, the demand for blisk production has never been higher, and manufacturers are constantly seeking ways to reduce lead-time and increase throughput in order to meet customer demand and projected market growth.

16th October 2017

AEF revs up for success!

Birmingham will offer a warm welcome this April as the first Aero Engine Forum takes place alongside the Midlands Aerospace Alliance’s annual conference.

20th March 2017

New heights for NATEP

In our series of Farnborough Airshow interviews Dr Andrew Mair and Bridget Day, from the Midlands Aerospace Alliance, discuss the success of the Government backed NATEP programme which encourages SME’s to develop new technology and manufacturing processes for the UK aerospace industry.

20th September 2016

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