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The wind energy market has long been considered the world’s largest market, by volume, for glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites — and increasingly, carbon fiber composites — as larger turbines and longer wind blades are developed, requiring higher performance, lighter weight materials. The outer skins of wind and tidal turbine blades generally comprise infused, GFRP laminates sandwiching foam core. Inside the blade, rib-like shear webs bonded to spar caps reinforce the structure. Spar caps are often made from GFRP or, as blade lengths lengthen, pultruded carbon fiber for additional strength.

Distribution of multi-material printer using chopped carbon fiber and a dual-dispensing printer in Asia is led by second partner Collimage International.

Olea FP brand transforms olive oil byproducts into high-quality powders with optimal performance that act as fillers and additives for composite applications.

Chomarat Group emphasizes R&D work in recycling, hybrid glass/hemp fiber mats, and sustainability-focused initiatives with startup partners.

Funding round aims to further reinforce CompPair’s commercial activities for its composite repair technology, foster growth and strengthen its team to secure the company’s long-term viability.

Projects use Duplicor prepreg panels with highest Euroclass B fire performance without fire retardants for reduced weight, CO₂ footprint in sustainable yet affordable roofs, high-rise façades and modular housing.

General Motors and partners Premix-Hadlock and Albar cite creative engineering and a move toward pigmented sheet molding compound (SMC) to produce cosmetic components that met strict thermal requirements.

The ACM CRC, with Ocius Technology and the University of New South Wales, collaborate to bring bio-inspired FRP “flippers” tailored to achieve optimal propulsion for all weather conditions.

TFP Hydrogen Products, Airbus SE, TPI Composites, IDI Composites International and Integrated Graphene announce new personnel and retirements.

Developer of in-space transportation vehicles using CFRP tanks raises capital investment from Raytheon Technologies (RTX) Ventures.

Halogen-free glass fiber-reinforced Durethan BKV20FN01 was used in the manufacture of charging cable connectors, demonstrates high tracking resistance and flame retardance.