Grace Nehls

Grace Nehls Senior Managing Editor

Automotive

Aptera completes function test for first production-intent sEV

First initial testing of the production vehicle’s BinC composite body structure, drivetrain and battery pack demonstrates progress toward real-world validation.

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Thermoplastics

Toray Advanced Composites expands continuous fiber TPC capacity, capabilities

Assets, technology and IP acquisition of Colorado-based Gordon Plastics will enhance Toray’s product portfolio, growing its ability to support emerging markets in thermoplastic composites.

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Schuler opens local sales, service facility in Canada

DBA Schuler Canada will provide better access to tools, equipment and spare parts for the Canadian market’s forming needs.

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Hexagon Agility receives wave of RNG fuel system orders for Class 8 trucks

RNG/CNG fuel system installations with Type 4 CFRP pressure vessels, powered by Cummins’ 15-liter natural gas tank, adds 230,000 heavy-duty trucks to the addressable RNG/CNG market annually.

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Endless Industries launches Endless One continuous fiber 3D printer

Medium-scale printer demonstrates open industry and material capabilities for demanding structural needs.

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Manta Aircraft, Shenyang Aviation establish AAM aircraft partnership

The focus of accelerated development is on Manta’s Ann Plus vehicle model, offering a complete carbon fiber structure and VTOL and STOL operation capabilities.

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Trends

ORPC Ireland, Queen’s begin X-Flow project for hydrokinetic turbine testing

Deployment of CFRP turbine technology to Strangford Lough will provide insight into blade and rotor performance, predictive maintenance and grid-scale benefits of tidal energy using real tide conditions.

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Sustainability

Melker of Sweden accomplishes sea kayak with 100% sustainable composite construction

Built with ampliTex flax fabrics, a solid cork core and Sicomin plant-based resins, the company’s Värmdö kayak model highlights an environmentally conscious design for paddlers of all levels.

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Wind/Energy

Gurit announces strategic alignment to preserve wind leadership, accelerate growth in other markets

While expected wind business revenue did not materialize for Q3 2024, Gurit is actively implementing measures to diversify its portfolio and position it for a wind sale increase in 2025.

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Beta Technologies raises $300 million to fund AAM growth, commercialization

Series C capital raise will be used to propel the certification of Beta’s composites-intensive Alia CTOL, Alia VTOL and electric motors, while directly supporting ramp-up of production, delivery of aircraft and chargers.

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Norplex Advanced Composites becomes Montana Advanced Composites

Rebranding coincides with further investment in prepreg manufacturing capabilities.

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Aerospace

Compositadour launches Turbolab facility for propulsion systems R&D

Test bench platform, located in France, is dedicated to technology transfer of aerospace engine innovations including systems electrification, fuels and materials use like CMC and hybrid composites.

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