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Index moves higher as five of six indicators report expansion
The GBI: Composites Fabricating Index registers a 55.1 reading for December 2018, pulled higher by supplier deliveries, production, new orders and employment.
Read MoreFoiling motoryacht impresses in carbon fiber/epoxy
A project is underway to build a faster, lighter, hybrid-electric motorboat with foils and hull fabricated from carbon fiber and epoxy.
Read MoreTecnofire adds fire resistance to transportation and infrastructure applications
Intumescent nonwoven veils improve the fire performance of composites in bridge, bus, building, marine and aircraft structures.
Read MoreCOBRA International supports river clean up campaign in Thailand
The composites manufacturer recently donated 10 lightweight kayaks to the recent Kayaking for Chao Phraya River clean up mission.
Read MoreIndex expands on supplier deliveries and improved exports
The GBI: Composites Fabricating Index registers a 55.0 reading for November 2018, pulled higher by supplier deliveries and exports.
Read MoreComposite radar masts assembled for megayachts
Vabo Composites designs, builds and assembles 10m-tall composite radar masts, improving weight, stability and performance for modern megayachts.
Read MoreGurit to divest composites components business
Gurit has decided to restructure its composite components business and has begun a divestment process for business unit.
Read MoreOceanGate CEO pilots carbon fiber submersible in 4,000-m solo dive
4,000-m dive is the culmination of a comprehensive testing program in preparation for the vessel’s planned 2019 Titanic Survey Expedition.
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Lightweight at sea — get on board
Using composites to lightweight ships is gaining momentum. Several groups are available for materials and technology suppliers to join and help develop cost-effective solutions.
WatchThe Netherlands to showcase the country's composites expertise at JEC World 2019
The Netherlands are a leader in thermoplastic composites, automation, sustainability in composites, and applications of composites in a water environment, such as bridges, locks and ships.
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