Trends

Thermoplastics

Strohm, Unitech Offshore to deliver integrated TCP subsea pipeline

Use of Unitech connectors and Strohm composite pipes will achieve flange-less end-to-end subsea jumper connection system, simplifying installation and ensuring long-lasting performance.

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Glass Fibers

Premier Composite Technologies, Sicomin support Holy Mosque Mataf extension project

The Grand Mosque’s 216,800-square-meter Mataf ceiling demonstrates the architectural possibilities when using composites.

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Glass Fibers

Michelin Wisamo wingsail to equip French offshore patrol vessel

Carbon and glass fiber plug-and-play wind propulsion system will support DGAMPA’s maritime decarbonization goals.

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Sumitomo invests in composite railroad tie manufacturer Evertrak

Partnership to support building sustainable railroad infrastructure in the U.S., replacing traditional wooden ties with those made with recycled plastics and fiberglass.

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Carbon Fibers

We4Ce infused 2.5-3-MW rotor blade design passes validation test

Composite rotor blade structure design by We4Ce, mold and prototype production by InDutch Composites and fatigue testing by Suzlon Group has resulted in the novel blade’s IEC61400-5:2020 certification.

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Filament Winding

Anemoi installs 35-meter-tall composite rotor sails on Sohar Max maritime vessel

Carbon fiber-reinforced epoxy composites are key to building these long-lasting wind propulsion technologies for energy-efficient watercraft.

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Graphene

Global trade association The Advanced Carbons Council launches

Delivered by The Graphene Council, ACC’s mission is to connect and facilitate production, adoption and use of engineered advanced carbons. Those interested are encouraged to join the community.

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Trends

Toyota invests in Interstellar, enters reuseable launch rocket market

A deepened strategic alliance with the Japanese startup will combine Toyota’s automotive expertise and Interstellar’s CFRP know-how for mass rocket production.

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Infinite Composites, ORNL to advance long-term H2 storage

Collaboration will build on the company’s existing 700-bar composite tanks, studying barrier material development and manufacturing optimization with the goal of driving tank adoption.

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Nlcomp, Composite Recycling reveal results for rComposite recyclability

Testing results after recycling of nlcomp’s thermoplastic composite using Composite Recycling’s thermolysis-based process validates each technology’s potential for high-value composite output.

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