National Composites Centre

📢 Exciting updates from NCC’s (National Composites Centre) involvement in the Euro Materials Ageing Experiment. Thanks to European Space Agency - ESA and NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, we’ve received new images of the SESAME module on the International Space Station (ISS) where materials including Bristol Composites Institute specimens are being tested in #space. The module was successfully installed on December 17 2024, and will return with SpaceX-33 at the end of 2025 after a year of exposure to the harsh space environment. 🛰️ 🔬 This #research will help improve our understanding of material degradation in space, supporting the development of more durable #composites. 📸 The first image shows the SESAME module that includes Bristol Composites Institute specimens before deployment and then the installation process. Delighted to have supported this work by Bristol Composites Institute funded by UK Space Agency and EPSRC. #Space #Composites #InternationalSpaceStation #NASA #NCC #BCI #ESA #UKSpace International Space Station National Laboratory | Ian Hamerton | Stuart Donovan-Holmes | Konstantina Kanari PhD | Sean Cooper | Alexander Mathers | Keith Bean | Nick Hewlings | 📸 Images courtesy of European Space Agency - ESA and NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

How can we best unlock #netzero capabilities to deliver on the UK’s ambitions? Catch up with Jo Dally, Chief Business Officer and Tim Mays, Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering, University of Bath as they discuss “Collaboration on an Industrial Scale: Innovating to Deliver Net Zero” next month. Open to all, this 60min Zoom webinar is part of University’s I-SEE Sustainable Energy & Environment series. Reserve your spot now: https://lnkd.in/erxRiDzu

Excellent to see the progress of TURBO project! This Horizon Europe project aims to improve the sustainability of wind turbine blade production by reducing defect formation and improving repair strategies in composites and coatings. National Composites Centre plays a key role across the programme, and is excited to contribute towards innovating for energy. Find out more about the application of digital engineering technologies to increase the efficiency of wind turbine blade manufacturing ⤵️ #windenergy #innovation #partnerships #blades High Value Manufacturing Catapult | Innovate UK | Siemens Gamesa | Addison Dieudonne MEng (Hons) | Phil Slack | Peter Giddings |

📅 Save the date! Join the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) 'Engineering a Hydrogen Economy' conference (March 4-5, Millennium Point Birmingham) for insights into #hydrogen's future. Marcus Walls-Bruck, NCC's Head of Hydrogen, will present 'Cryogenic composites - understanding material behaviour to enable real-world application' on March 5 at 2pm. Find out more and book a meeting with our #NCCexpert: https://lnkd.in/ek3XrcgE #IMechE2025 #InnovatingforEnergy #cleanenergytransition

🔋 Fantastic to deliver the Hydrogen Skills Alliance’s Strategic Skills Plan for the UK Hydrogen Economy at the House of Commons yesterday. Working closely with government, industry and trainers, the strategy plan calls for a national Hydrogen Skills Academy to equip the clean energy transition. This includes a targeted curricula to enable 29,000 jobs by 2030 to support UK's hydrogen production, transportation and storage. Find out more, and read the report: https://lnkd.in/eAjEzAP2 #CleanEnergy #NetZero #HydrogenEconomy #HydrogenSkillsAlliance #InnovatingforEnergy #UKskills High Value Manufacturing Catapult | Innovate UK | Cogent Skills | West of England Mayoral Combined Authority | Department for Business and Trade | Department for Energy Security and Net Zero | Equans UK & Ireland | Katy Riddington | Jane Toogood OBE FRSC | 

🔋 Developing #hydrogenskills is vital for the clean energy future. Investing today accelerates our journey to #netzero, and positions UK as a global leader in sustainable, competitive energy. Find out how the Hydrogen Skills Alliance's new Strategic Skills Plan enables the expertise needed to support the growing #hydrogen sector, creating high-quality jobs and fostering innovation. ⤵️

🚀 The latest Space West Newsletter is out! This edition covers: 🔒 Space Security Roadshows - Kicking off in #Bristol, these roadshows bring together experts to tackle space sector security challenges. Next stops: #Glasgow (March 4) and #Newcastle (March 11). 🛰️ How the CySpace Connected Capability Network (CCN) is mapping critical capabilities for a more resilient space sector. 💡 Spotlight on HLK - A specialist intellectual property firm providing expert insights on protecting innovation in space tech. 🔬 Research in Focus - The Smart Internet Lab at the University of Bristol is driving cutting edge ICT innovation. Plus, upcoming #events and #opportunities! Don’t miss out and read the full newsletter now here: https://lnkd.in/gd2GvD3S 🔗 Subscribe for updates: https://lnkd.in/eEid2ecb | Rebecca Huffee | UK Space Agency | #SpaceWest #SpaceSecurity #Innovation #UKSpace #Newsletter #CySpaceCCN The Space West programme hosted by the NCC (National Composites Centre), in partnership with West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, CFMS, the University of Bath, the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England.  

NCC (National Composites Centre) was proud to deliver a bespoke training program for Spirit AeroSystems at their Prestwick site. 📸 Here’s a snapshot of what we delivered: 4 days of onsite training, led by expert trainer James Waldock. Training tailored to Spirit AeroSystems’ needs, including: ✅ Introduction to Manual Prepreg Techniques ✅ Intermediate Prepreg Techniques 💻 Prior to hands-on sessions, delegates completed our eLearning 'Introduction to Composite Materials' course. As Tier 2 members of NCC, Spirit used their Member Directed Funds to invest in this programme - demonstrating their commitment to #workforce #development and #skills #growth. At the NCC, we’re proud to support our members by delivering bespoke training across the UK helping organisations like Spirit AeroSystems invest in their teams, build expertise, and unlock the full potential of #composites. Interested in training for your organisation? Contact us to explore how we can create a tailored solution for your team. 🔗 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e5Hpn6rH #SkillsDevelopment #Skills #SpiritAerosystems #WorkforceTraining #Upskilling #EngineeringInnovation #Training

Join the South West Business Council for their upcoming conference: ESG – The Importance of Ethical and Sustainable Business Operations. With Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles reshaping industries, this event will dive into the essential question: Are we truly getting it right? This conference will explore actionable insights, best practices, and lessons learned from leaders in the field and will welcome Jonathon Porritt CBE, a renowned writer, campaigner, and sustainability advocate, as the keynote speaker. 📅 Date: Thursday, 20th February 2025 📍 Location: The Great Hall, University of Exeter ⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 5:15 PM 🍽️ Includes networking lunch This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect and explore actionable strategies for ethical and sustainable operations. Seats are limited, so register now to secure your place: https://lnkd.in/eevgk4-5 #ESG | #SustainableBusiness | #SouthWestBusiness | #Networking #UniversityOfExeter | #JonathanPorritt | #SWBC

Together with partners such as CEAMS (Centre of Expertise in Advanced Materials and Sustainability), we’re developing processes that could transform the recycled carbon fibre supply chain ⬛♻️   Find out more below ⬇️