Prepregs

Aerospace

Expanding high-temperature composites in India and the U.S.

Azista USA offers polymers and processes for carbon/carbon and other CMC, including novel hot-melt phenolic and phthalonitrile prepregs for faster cycle times, alternative solutions.

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Prepreg compression molding supports higher-rate propeller manufacturing

To meet increasing UAV market demands, Mejzlik Propellers has added a higher-rate compression molding line to its custom CFRP propeller capabilities.  

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Defense

Hexcel, Specialty Materials launch boron fiber-infused high modulus carbon fiber

High-compression, hybridized unidirectional prepreg targets advanced commercial and military application opportunities.

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Space

Post Cure: Composite assemblies orchestrate smaller satellite designs, payload flexibility

CubeSats have become key to space exploration and R&T development, though they are often expensive to build and launch. Funded efforts like the DiskSat program aim at mitigating these challenges.

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Fabrics/Preforms

Aerospace prepregs with braided reinforcement demonstrate improved production rates, cost

A recent time study compares the layup of a wing spar using prepreg with A&P’s TX-45 continuous braided reinforcement versus traditional twill woven prepreg.

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Recycling

Syensqo, Vartega to advance carbon fiber circularity 

Vartega progresses Syensqo closed-loop model through conversion of dry carbon fiber and prepreg waste into EasyFeed Bundles.

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Sustainability

Mitsubishi Chemical Group prepreg using plant-derived resin acquires ISCC Plus certification

Acquiring international sustainable and carbon certification drives the MCG Group’s efforts in environmental impact reduction in areas ranging from sports and leisure to mobility and industrial.

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JEC

Materials supplier exhibits composites technologies alongside subsidiaries

JEC World 2025: Toray Group is present in two booths this year, highlighting latest material innovations across its globally located businesses for space, hydrogen, sustainability and more.

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ATL/AFP

Composites end markets: New space (2025)

Composite materials — with their unmatched strength-to-weight ratio, durability in extreme environments and design versatility — are at the heart of innovations in satellites, propulsion systems and lunar exploration vehicles, propelling the space economy toward a $1.8 trillion future.

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JEC

Formula 1 showcase car demonstrates future materials, manufacturing capabilities

JEC World 2025: SHD Composite Materials and KS Composites are exhibiting the collaboratively developed Sustainability Showcase Car, highlighting a commitment to low environmental impact composite solutions.

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