Engineering specialist Chris to lead operations at Airframe Designs as business grows worldwide
Engineering specialist Chris to lead operations at Airframe Designs as business grows worldwide Lancashire-based aerospace leader Airframe Designs has promoted Chris Fleet to a newly created operations director role as part of its plans to expand its specialist engineering and manufacturing services to the global aviation, defence and space sectors....
Cobots Online Enhance Welding Operations at Responsive Engineering
Specialising in large, complex fabrications for the Defence, Energy, and Rail sectors, Responsive Engineering were seeking more than just a welding solution. They were looking for an automation partner to drive efficiency, enhance weld quality, and equip their team for the future. From the transformative impact of expert training from...
CONTRACT AGREED WITH THE REPUBLIC OF TÜRKIYE FOR TYPHOON AIRCRAFT
The UK Government has announced a c.£5.4 billion agreement with the Republic of Türkiye for the purchase of 20 Typhoon aircraft and an associated weapons and integration package, sustaining more than 20,000 highly skilled jobs across the UK supply chain. Under the agreement, BAE Systems will manufacture major airframe components,...
Accelerate Innovation with Additive Manufacturing CPD Programmes
The Centre for Advanced Manufacturing (CfAM) at the University of Greater Manchester is offering a suite of IOM3-approved CPD programmes designed to help businesses across the North West leverage additive manufacturing (AM) to boost innovation, capability, and competitiveness. These one-day, in-person courses provide practical, industry-focused training covering the full AM...
Rising Rugby Stars from Burnley College Selected for Next Stage in Training to Play for England
Two talented young athletes from the Sale Sharks Girls Rugby Academy and Burnley College, have earned prestigious selections into the England Roses Player Development Group (PDG). Niamh Hamer, 17, from Burnley and 16-year-old Olyssa Cruise, from Earby’s exceptional progress is a testament to their skill and their commitment to the...
Building on Strength, Looking to the Future: Dr Ged O’Dwyer Named New Chairperson of NWAA
A new era of leadership, growth & commitment to members The North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Ged O’Dwyer as our new Chairman. With over four decades of experience in the aerospace industry, Dr O’Dwyer brings exceptional insight, energy, and leadership to guide...
WW2 relic uncovered at BAE Systems Samlesbury site
A relic from the second World War has recently been unearthed at BAE Systems’ site at Samlesbury. Lying buried under a mound of earth for the past 30 years, the long-forgotten concrete observation post was re-discovered during exploratory groundworks to extend car parking facilities on site. With the threat of...
