CompositesWorld News

People in Composites: June 2022

New personnel developments have been announced for companies like Lilium, Hexagon Digital Wave, Velocity Composites, KraussMaffei, Plastic Omnium and more.

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Space

Beyond Gravity launches startup program “Launchpad”

Incubator supports startups and their early ideas around space technology to lead concepts to seed-funding maturity.  

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Carbon Fibers

Kineco Kaman earns ISRO contract for India’s first human space flight mission

Three conical CFRP crew orbiter module adaptor (OMA) assemblies to be supplied for GSLV Mk-III by December 2023.  

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Carbon Fibers

Ducati introduces lightweight motorcycle seat support rear frame

Forged molding compound (FMC) material from Mitsubishi Chemical and Gemini Composites replaces aluminum part on Ducati Hypermotard 939, reduces part weight by 40%.   

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Sustainability

Trex publishes 2021 ESG report, celebrates year of record-high growth with focus on sustainability

Employee innovation and commitment drive progress across broad spectrum of ESG initiatives set by company specializing in composite decking, railing and outdoor living products.

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Solvay supports record-holding athletes in Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

The Solvay 4 Sport partnership aligns with the group’s DEI program, which aims to cultivate an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces diversity.  

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Aerospace

Airbus, Linde to cooperate on hydrogen infrastructure for airports

Development of viable concepts for sustainable airport hubs based on hydrogen will be defined and launched as pilot projects from early 2023 onwards.

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Recycling

Italian startup, Advanced Composites Solutions develop portable solar panel via recovered carbon fiber

Origami-inspired panel from Levante and ACS upcycles supercar scrap, solves energy accessibility for off-the-grid travelers.

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Tecniplas publicizes migration test certifications of industrial composite tanks

Tests ensure that the tanks and equipment manufactured by the company are able to come into contact with different types of food and beverages.

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Aerospace

Safran Nacelles Morocco installs large autoclave, doubles cleanroom per development plan to increase production rates

Extension of 6,000 square meters dedicated to Gulfstream G700/G800 production, groundwork laid to digitalize processes and reduce environmental footprint.

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