New chairman announced at FAC The new chairman of Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) has been named as Graham Chisnall. The highly experienced sector veteran has occupied senior roles with British Aerospace (BAe), GKN Aerospace and…
FAC’s Sir Donald to stand down as chairman Sir Donald Spiers has announced he is to step down as chairman of the Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) after almost 20 years. The government and industry veteran who was previously…
FAC announces membership growth The Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) has added members during the lockdown as businesses join together to help get the sector flying again. FAC represents companies in aviation and aerospace and…
FAC running free webinars Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) says it is hosting a series of free webinars on a variety of topics over the summer. The consortium, which represents hundreds of businesses in the…
Onwards and upwards together Farnborough Aerospace Consortium represents many prime suppliers, small engineering firms and other innovative companies. Here, company CEO, David Barnes looks at how the Cluster is helping the industry get through…
Canada keeps the flag flying James Careless contacted Canadian companies and Canadian-based subsidiaries such as Airbus Helicopters, Bell, Bombardier, CAE, and Longview Aviation Corporation (owner of De Havilland Aircraft of Canada and Viking Air) to…
Preparing for the way ahead In a Q&A session, Midlands Aerospace Alliance chief executive, Dr Andrew Mair examines the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on both the Cluster and the region, and predicts an uncertain…
Getting ready to re-launch According to David Barnes, chief executive of the Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC), the aerospace sector must be poised for recovery. The aerospace industry provides more than 120,000 skilled jobs…
Changes at the top for the NWAA Following the Northwest Aerospace Alliance board’s desire to place more emphasis on a more commercially-focused business, Sharon McDonald has been unveiled as the Organisation’s new CEO. The Northwest Aerospace…
WEAF’s Turner awarded RAeS Fellowship The West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF) has announced that its CEO, Colin Turner has been awarded a Fellowship by the Royal Aeronautical Society. A Fellowship in the RAeS is…
A perfect platform for Paris! The Paris Airshow provides a perfect platform for the buoyant Midlands aerospace sector according to Midlands Aerospace Alliance chief executive, Andrew Mair. The Midlands aerospace sector is booming and events…
FAC’s awards showcase aerospace talent The Farnborough Aerospace Consortium’s (FAC) inaugural awards ceremony celebrated the best of the industry – with businesses optimistic about the future. More than 100 delegates attended the black-tie function at…
Eyes on the prize Aro PR and Marketing’s managing director, Billy McKenna looks at how winning an award can be an incredibly powerful means of validating your products and services and showcasing your expertise.…
Olympic champion inspires industry at WEAF Gala Dinner Olympic gold medallist Amy Williams (MBE) will be the keynote speaker at the West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF) Gala Dinner, taking place on the 28th November at the Bristol…
MAA networking dinner celebrates Midlands Engine success The Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) entertained 135 guests at its second annual networking dinner. Hot on the heels of celebrating ten years of new aerospace technologies, the MAA took the…
MAA releases 2018 member company annual survey The results of the latest Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) annual survey of member companies have revealed that business turnover for the Midlands aerospace industry is continuing to grow – in…
South West aerospace heroes celebrated at annual awards Stars of the South West aerospace and defence sector were celebrated recently at the second WEAF Aerospace Ambassadors Awards under the wings of Concorde at Aerospace Bristol. Organised by the…
The isle of manufacturing Adrian Moore, chairman of the Isle of Man Aerospace Cluster explains how the organisation helps the Island ensure that aerospace manufacturing remains at the heart of its economic vision. Last…
The home of aerospace legends With over a century of know-how, Washington State aerospace companies play a leading role in the design and manufacture of commercial aircraft worldwide. As the home of Boeing, Washington State…
Onwards and upwards According to ADS Group’s CEO, Paul Everitt, this year’s Farnborough Airshow will see the organisation supporting its members, building successful strategies with Government, and delivering a Brexit deal that sustains…
WEAF announces record membership numbers at Annual Conference The West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF) announced at its Annual Conference & Exhibition that it has achieved record membership numbers by surpassing the 300 mark. The event was held…
The best of the south west The South West is an aerospace hub filled with talented and skilled individuals and game-changing technologies which it claims makes it the number one aerospace cluster in Europe. Simon Young,…
Ceratizit Group spreads its wings with membership of NWAA Ceratizit Group says it has further enhanced its support for high technology, high added value, industries in the UK with the announcement of its membership of the North West Aerospace…