Aerospace Wales will be exhibiting at Farnborough International Airshow 2010, which is taking place between 19th – 25th July.
The following Welsh based companies are exhibiting with us:
Auvation Ltd
Dytecna Ltd
Electroimpact Ltd
FAUN Trackway
MPI Aviation
Tritech Group Ltd
Wall Colmonoy
Our stand number is B17 in Hall 1
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Airborne Systems Meets Milestones on New Parachutes for French Forces |
Eurosatory, Paris - 14th June 2010 - Airborne Systems, a world leader in parachute systems, has completed successfully the first three project milestones in the programme to deliver a new troop parachute system for the French airborne forces, it was announced at Eurosatory today.
The 'Ensemble de Parachutage du Combattant' (EPC) is replacing a parachute system that has been in service for more than 20 years. Airborne Systems won the multi-million Euro contract from the Direction Générale de l'Armement (DGA) procurement executive of the French Ministry of Defence earlier this year - the first Airborne Systems contract in France - to deliver more than 15,000 parachute systems as part of a multi-year programme.
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Identifying High Wires |
A South Wales manufacturer is using ultraviolet and inkjet technology to mark wires for identification purposes in aircraft.
An aircraft contains hundreds of miles of electrical wires, which need to be easily identifiable at any point to facilitate the initial production of the wiring harness, as it is known, and its subsequent maintenance. Colour coding is impractical because of the large number of wires, so each wire is given a unique alphanumeric code, which is marked at regular intervals down its length. Previously, this marking was done by the hot stamp method - a glorified typewriter approach where embossed characters are used to transfer ink from a foil on to the wire by stamping it under pressure into the surface of the wire insulation.
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21st Century Supply Chains (SC21) |
The
Aerospace Wales Forum, working with the Welsh Assembly Government can
assist companies in getting up to 50% funding towards a SC21 accreditation.
For further information, please contact Aerospace Wales on +44 (0) 1656 655 210 or email enquiries@aerospacewales.aero
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BIC Innovation - Academy for Change |
Aerospace Wales member BIC Innovation's Academy for Change has recently announced its programme of open training courses from September to December. The Academy offers you the opportunity to gain expertise across the full range of business functions - either through a bespoke delivery of in house training and coaching to meet your company specific needs, or via open courses delivered across Wales.
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Inside Welsh Industry Host Company Recruits Largest Ever Number of Apprentices |
American-owned GE Aviation's Nantgarw site, near Caerphilly, south Wales, overhauls jet engines for some of the world's biggest airlines. This year it has hired 20 engineering apprentices and 32 interns for roles in its finance, commercial and engineering departments. This brings the total number of apprentices, interns and post-graduate management trainees to over 100.
This year, the Nantgarw plant's turnover will grow from $1.4 billion in 2008/09 to approximately $1.6 billion in 2010/11. Its innovative approach has seen GE selected as a role model business for the Welsh Assembly Government's coveted Inside Welsh Industry (IWI) programme. Managed by the Wales Quality Centre, it brings businesses together from all sectors to share their innovation, skills, knowledge and experience first-hand through half-day seminars.
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Contour Premium Aircraft Seating awarded Air China contract for successful ‘Aura’ Business Class |
Contour was awarded the contract to manufacture the ‘Aura Lite’ Business Class product for Air China, to be installed on a total of 26 A330-200 aircraft (10 new aircraft and a retrofit order for 16 further aircraft). The Aura family offer the most popular products in Contour’s portfolio; with a total of eleven confirmed customers to date. The latest incarnation of the product is ‘Aura Lite’, retaining the functionality of the original design whilst optimising weight solutions.
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Farnborough 1st for Meet the Buyer |
You are invited by Farnborough International to meet aerospace procurement teams at the Farnborough Airshow Meet the Buyers event, Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st July.
This is a golden opportunity to have private face to face sales meeting with global aerospace buyers that are actively looking for new suppliers.
CONFIRMED BUYERS INLCUDE............. AD Industrie (France), Agusta Westland (UK), Air Asia (Malaysia), BAE Systems (UK), Bombardier Aerospace (Canada), Dassault Aviation (France), Jalisco (Mexico), Larsen & Toubro (India), Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH (Germany), Rostechnologii (Russia), SABCA (Belgium), SNECMA (France), Tata Industrial Services (India), Thales (UK) plus many more........These could be your new customers.
www.farnborough1st-meet-the-buyer.com
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Contour Premium Aircraft Seating awarded Air China contract for new Super First Class |
Air China has placed an order with Contour for a new bespoke Super First Class product based on the successful ‘Venus’ seat for its B777-300’s. A total of 15 aircraft will feature the new design. The ‘Venus’ suite is the ultimate in premium travel, providing unrivalled features and comfort for long haul passengers. Air China’s First Class product will incorporate all the luxury and style of the proven Venus product, with tailored options and aesthetics to adhere to the airlines corporate identity.
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NERAK - Save Space, Save Money |
A new technology that can save 75 percent of floor space, reduces electrical power consumption and increases the flexibility of modern BHS design.
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UKTI at Farnborough 2010 |
Event summary from 18th May 2010.
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Membership News |
All the membership renewals for 2010/11 have been sent out and we would kindly remind you to forward your remittance to us ASAP if you haven't already done so. A new certificate will be sent to you on receipt of your payment.
We would like to welcome some new members who have recently joined the Forum:
- BAJARS Ltd
- The Development Company UK Ltd
- James Fisher Warehousing
- Man & Machine Ltd
- Frontier Aerospace Ltd
- LPA Channel Electric Equipment Ltd
- Note: Formal Software Construction (FSC) Ltd has changed its name to Auvation Ltd
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Paris Airshow The Forum, working with the Welsh Assembly Government, is looking into the possibility of exhibiting at the 2011 Paris Airshow, taking place between June 20th - 26th. However, prior to booking a stand space, we need to know how many companies are interested attending the show. To register your interest, please email enquiries@aerospacewales.aero |
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Contour Premium Aircraft Seating secures large Delta Airlines contract for ‘Vantage’ Business Class seat Contour has succeeded in securing a large repeat order to manufacture the successful ‘Vantage’ Business Elite product for Delta Airlines. The Vantage Business Elite product will be installed on B767-400 and 300ER aircraft, with a combined total of 66 shipsets. The Vantage product continues to raise the standard for business class travel through its innovative staggered layout and efficient use of space. Contour has provided a dedicated area for manufacturing the Vantage seats, and is pleased to be working with Delta again on such a prestigious and significant programme. |
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BAJARS in Wales When Wing Commander Barry Jones completed his time as an engineering
officer in the RAF, little did he realise that some 10 years later
the company he started in retirement would have grown to 25 people
and be expanding into the South West with an office in the Vale
of Glamorgan! |
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Eurostep Press Release The INCOSE Working Group Award for Collaboration was presented
to the Model Driven System Design WG (MDSD WG) Co-Chairs: Phil
Spiby from Eurostep and Roger Burkhart from John Deere. Eurostep has made significant contributions to the development of AP233 and has been closely associated with the INCOSE involvement in AP233 since the European Commission SEDRES II project in year 2000. A number of Eurostep staff have driven the development of AP233 and its synchronization with the development of OMG SysML. Eurostep has also been driving the work to secure the harmonization with PLCS, Product Life Cycle Support (ISO 10303-239). Finally, Eurostep has contributed to raising awareness within INCOSE of the importance of data exchange standards and the development of AP233. |
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Contour Premium Aircraft Seating develops Air New Zealand’s revolutionary new Premium Economy ‘Spaceseats’ Contour was awarded the contract to manufacture Air New Zealand’s world leading new Premium Economy seats. The ‘SpaceseatsTM’ provide passengers with more freedom and choice than ever. Positioned in a herringbone configuration, the design offers two options; an angled double seat that is ideal for couples travelling together, or a more private option for single travellers. Initially to be installed on Air New Zealand’s B777-300ER’s, the unique design allows couples travelling together to dine at the same table; while also providing extra lounging space when it’s time to relax. UK based Contour has a strong history of developing groundbreaking new products over many years and is thrilled to add the ‘SpaceseatTM’ to its impressive portfolio. |
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TT Electronics Integrated Manufacturing Services Announces New Hire TT electronics integrated manufacturing services announced the appointment of Bruce Richard as Business Development Manager for the Rogerstone, UK facility. Bruce's primary role will be to identify suitable accounts that meet the company's required business criteria and develop a suitable solution to secure a long term profitable business relationship. Mr. Richard brings over ten years sales management experience within the electronics manufacturing industry. Prior to joining TT electronics, he tenured as Business Sales Manager with Exception Group, overseeing several key contracts. Mr. Richard also served as the Senior Account Manager for Future Electronics. |
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Contour Premium Aircraft Seating Contour Premium Aircraft Seating are delighted to have been informed that Eric Lewis; Executive Chairman has been awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for services to Industry. Hailing from Merthyr Tydfil ,Eric has held a number of senior positions in the aerospace industry over many years. Eric was previously Chief Executive Officer of Doncasters Group before joining Premium Aircraft group and Contour as Executive Chairman of the Board in 2007. |
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Triumph Group Announces Agreement to Acquire Vought Aircraft Industries, Inc. Triumph Group, Inc. (NYSE: TGI) today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to purchase Vought Aircraft Industries, Inc. from The Carlyle Group for cash and stock consideration of $1.44 billion including the retirement of Vought debt, creating a company with industry-leading breadth of product and capabilities. The purchase consideration to Vought shareholders includes approximately 7.5 million shares and $525 million of cash. Post-closing, Carlyle will own approximately 31% of the outstanding stock of Triumph and will be subject to certain lock up provisions.
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