Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Soracle to lead Archer eVTOL aircraft establishment in Osaka

Japan Airlines and Sumitomo joint venture intends to deploy Midnight as the core part of its fleet of air taxi services available in Osaka.

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Nanomaterials

Korean researchers develop 3D printed CNT sensors for health monitoring, flexible electronics and smart textiles

CNT-based nanocomposites are optimized specifically for vat photopolymerization-type 3D printing, maintaining high stretchability and electrical conductivity.

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Japan-German business matching event opens synergies in international composites development

In cooperation with Kanazawa Institute of Technology’s ICC, GCC, NCC and Composites United, a delegation of German companies from Oct. 20-24 will explore potential partnerships, technology exchanges and business opportunities with Japanese companies.

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Automation

Industrial robot install strengthens Loop Technology composites automation delivery

The robotic and automation specialist adds the FANUC M-2000iA 2300 to its facility, capable of lifting bulky castings, large-scale dies and molds and more.

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FRP Rebar

EuCIA launches the European Rebar Council to drive FRP rebar market opportunity

Composite rebar promotion and adoption goals form the backbone of this sectorial alliance, with four working groups to drive the Council’s activities.

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Glass Fibers

Bedford highlights GFRP screenwall for robust security, containment solutions

The screenwall, designed as perimeter protection, is ideal for secondary indoor or outdoor containment within the wastewater industry. 

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Addcomposites releases free professional composites design software suite

Browser-based tools eliminate $320,000 annual licensing barriers, making advanced composite engineering accessible to 50,000-plus engineers and educational institutions worldwide.

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Aerospace

Counterpoint releases white paper on the role of composites in future aircraft

Collaboratively written with Hexcel, the white paper highlights the significance of aerocomposites, from a detailed analysis of aircraft lift-induced drag to real-world case studies of the Boeing 787, Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X.  

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ATL/AFP

Hybrid system by Taniq combines filament winding, AFP

The solution combines two key composites manufacturing processes in a single system, increasing design capabilities and manufacturing efficiency.

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Defense

Lockheed Martin Sikorsky receives 5-year contract to build up to 99 CH-53K helicopters

Multiyear award from the U.S. Navy will ensure consistent deliveries of the heavy-lift composite helicopter between 2029-2034.

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Automotive

Post Cure: NFPA-rated carbon fiber composite fire truck pump for firefighting, energy industries

Direct engine-driven systems or firetruck applications benefit from the lightweight, compact, high-volume centrifugal pump by KASE Pumping Systems.

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People in composites: September 2025

The Gill Corp., Gurit, Syensqo, Carbitex, GE Aerospace and the University of Southern Queensland have made new appointments or announced upcoming leadership transitions within the composites industry.

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