Archive: February 2025
Flax fibre composites for the automotive industry
Bcomp, a Switzerland-based producer of flax fibre reinforcements, has entered into a strategic collaboration with composites manufacturer SFG Composites to mass-produce flax fibre composites for…
Replin appoints international sales manager
Ellie Parkes has been appointed international sales manager for Replin by Hainsworth, established 80 years ago and now a sub-brand of AW Hainsworth that designs,…
New colours added to Pearlized fabric collection
Ultrafabrics has introduced nine new colourways for its Pearlized collection, a fabric designed to feel indistinguishable from soft-touch leather, “blending a classic, natural grain with…
Grant to complete biocomposites development
Canada’s INCA Renewable Technologies, a producer of natural fibre composites, has been approved for a C$202,500 grant from the Alberta Innovates Agri-food and Bioindustrial Innovation…
Fabric from refitted aircraft made into schoolbags for children
Emirates has launched a project transforming retired aircraft materials into schoolbags for children across Africa as part of efforts to promote circularity and support social…
Spinout to commercialise feather-light heat shield materials
Aegis Fibretech, a spin-out from the UK’s University of Birmingham, is commercialising a novel ultra-lightweight insulation to improve efficiency and safety in automotive, motorsport and…
Active Heel Airbag can protect against serious foot injuries
ZF Lifetec has developed the Active Heel Airbag, which can help to create a stable heel impact point even in a relaxed seating position with…