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NASCAR unveils BEV prototype featuring natural fiber bodywork

Implementation of Bcomp technical flax fibers in a U.S. motorsport first represents NASCAR’s step toward more sustainable competition vehicles.

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Petronas launches ProTough+ additive, signs JDA with HyPerComp Engineering

Additive targeting enhanced composite material strength is to undergo performance testing, collaborative deployment for COPVs.

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Carbon Fibers

Biesterfeld becomes exclusive distributor for Gen 2 Carbon

Recycled carbon fiber products will be introduced to new markets and industries via Biesterfield’s international network.

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Carbon Fibers

Harper International to build scientific line for pitch carbon fiber

Pilot-scale equipment will be used by InnoTech Alberta starting in 2025 as part of the Carbon Fibre Grand Challenge, producing bitumen-derived carbon fiber.

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Automotive

Zenvo unveils composites-intensive Aurora hypercar models in U.K.

The Aurora Agil and Tur are making a European public debut, backed by carbon fiber bodywork and Formula 1-derived technology.

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Glass Fibers

Concrete paving standard addresses required materials for dowel bars

New standard approved by ASTM International seeks to strengthen highway infrastructure with the use of non-corroding GFRP dowel bars.

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SAMPE announces 2024-2025 cabinet and directors members

Global executive cabinet and board of directors supports composites industry through companies, organizations and university representation.

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Stellantis invests additional $55 million in Archer

Following Midnight’s recent flight test milestone, the automaker’s strategic funding agreement buildings on $39 million worth of Archer stock and $110 million investment in 2023.

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Automotive

Kautex targets automotive sustainability with Green+ materials

Composite materials line, made with 20% biomass materials and/or 25% recycled materials, demonstrates the Tier 1’s focus on sourcing sustainable materials and meeting its Sustainability Roadmap.  

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Thermoplastics

ITHEC 2024 finalizes conference program, features CW panel on TPC certification for future airframes

The International Conference and Exhibition on Thermoplastic Composites on Oct. 9-10, 2024 features top speakers and sessions on novel TPC technologies and applications in automotive, aerospace, hydrogen and more.

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